For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,467 students in 27502, NC.
The top ranked public charter school in 27502, NC is Peak Charter Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 27502 have an average math proficiency score of 84% (versus the North Carolina public charter school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 27502, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of North Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the North Carolina public charter school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 27502, NC Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peak Charter Academy
Charter School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1601 Orchard Villas Ave
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 377-1552
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 377-1552
Gr: K-8 | 775 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: n/an/a
The Math And Science Academy Of Apex
Charter School
3501 Dropseed Dr.
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 335-0262
Apex, NC 27502
(919) 335-0262
Gr: K-6 | 692 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 27502, NC?
The top ranked public charter schools in 27502, NC include Peak Charter Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 27502?
2 public charter schools are located in 27502.
What is the racial composition of students in 27502?
27502 public charter schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the North Carolina public charter schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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