For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,171 students in 27278, NC.
The top ranked public charter schools in 27278, NC are The Expedition School and Eno River Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 27278 have an average math proficiency score of 81% (versus the North Carolina public charter school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 27278, NC have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public charter school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 27278, NC Public Charter Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The Expedition School
Charter School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
437 Dimmocks Mill Rd Ste 33
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 245-8432
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 245-8432
Gr: K-8 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Eno River Academy
Charter School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1212 Nc Highway 57 North
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 644-6272
Hillsborough, NC 27278
(919) 644-6272
Gr: K-12 | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 27278, NC?
The top ranked public charter schools in 27278, NC include The Expedition School and Eno River Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 27278?
2 public charter schools are located in 27278.
What is the racial composition of students in 27278?
27278 public charter schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public charter schools average of 53% (majority Black).
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