Charter schools in North Carolina
North Carolina has 213 open public charter schools with reported enrollment of 153,008 students in 110 cities, based on 2024–25 federal data.
- Schools
- 213
- Reported students
- 153,008
- Offer high school grades
- 105
- Virtual schools
- 10
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 213 of 213 schools; student–teacher ratios for 207; format for 213. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
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Aberdeen
Angier
- Carolina Charter Academy · K–8
Apex
Arapahoe
- Arapahoe Charter School · K–12
Asheboro
- Uwharrie Charter Academy · K–12
- Uwharrie Charter Remote Academy · 6–12
Bahama
- Discovery Charter · 6–11
Beaufort
- Tiller School · K–5
Biscoe
- Tillery Charter Academy · K–7
Bolivia
Boone
Browns Summit
- Piedmont Classical High School · 9–12
- Summit Creek Academy · K–8
Bryson City
- Mountain Discovery · K–8
Burlington
- Clover Garden · K–12
Cary
Cashiers
- Summit Charter · K–12
Chapel Hill
- Woods Charter · K–12
Clayton
Concord
- Carolina International School · K–12
- Valor Preparatory Academy · K–12
Cornelius
- Lakeside Charter Academy · K–8
Corolla
Creedmoor
- Falls Lake Academy · K–12
Creswell
Davidson
- Community School of Davidson · K–12
Denver
- Lincoln Charter School · K–12
- West Lake Preparatory Academy · K–9
Elizabeth City
Elizabethtown
- Emereau: Bladen · K–8
- Paul R. Brown Leadership Academy · 6–12
Faith
- Faith Academy Charter School · K–10
Fayetteville
- Alpha Academy · K–12
- The Capitol Encore Academy · K–12
Fletcher
- FernLeaf · K–11
Fuquay-Varina
Gaston
Gastonia
Graham
- River Mill Academy · K–12
Halifax
Harrisburg
- A.C.E. Academy · K–8
Haw River
Henderson
- Henderson Collegiate · K–12
- Vance Charter School · K–12
Hendersonville
High Point
Hillsborough
- Eno River Academy · K–12
- The Expedition School · K–8
Hobgood
- Hobgood Charter School · K–12
Hollister
- Haliwa-Saponi Tribal School · K–12
Indian Trail
Jacksonville
Jamestown
Kannapolis
Kernersville
Lake Lure
- Lake Lure Classical Academy · K–12
Lake Waccamaw
- Thomas Academy · 6–12
Leland
Lenoir
- Oak Hill Charter School · K–8
Lexington
- Davidson Charter Academy · K–8
Louisburg
Lumberton
- Southeastern Academy · K–8
Matthews
- Matthews Charter Academy · K–8
- Socrates Academy · K–12
Mint Hill
Misenheimer
- Gray Stone Day · 6–12
Monroe
- ALA Monroe · K–8
- Union Academy · K–12
Mooresboro
Mooresville
- Langtree Charter Academy · K–12
- Pine Lake Preparatory · K–12
Morganton
- New Dimensions · K–8
Morrisville
- Sterling Montessori Academy · Pre-K–8
Mount Airy
- Millennium Charter Academy · K–12
Mt. Holly
New Bern
Newland
- Marjorie Williams Academy · K–12
Oxford
- Oxford Preparatory · K–12
Pembroke
- CIS Academy · 6–8
- Old Main STREAM Academy · K–7
Pisgah Forest
- Brevard Academy · K–8
Pittsboro
- Willow Oak Montessori · K–8
Reidsville
- Legacy Classical Academy · K–5
Rocky Mount
- Rocky Mount Preparatory · K–12
Rolesville
Roxboro
- Bethel Hill Charter · K–5
- Roxboro Community School · 6–12
Saxapahaw
- The Hawbridge School · K–12
Shelby
- Pinnacle Classical Academy · K–12
Siler City
- Chatham Charter · K–12
Smithfield
- Neuse Charter School · K–12
Southern Pines
Spring Lake
- Anderson Creek Academy · K–5
Stanley
- Community Charter School · K–10
Statesville
Swannanoa
- ArtSpace Charter School · K–8
Tarboro
- NE Carolina Prep School Remote Academy · 9–12
- North East Carolina Prep · Pre-K–12
Troutman
Vass
- STARS Charter · K–12
Washington
- Washington Montessori · K–12
Waxhaw
- Monroe Charter Academy · K–7
Waynesville
Weddington
- Union Day School · K–11
Wendell
Whiteville
Williamston
- Bear Grass Charter School · 6–12
Wilson
- Sallie B Howard School · K–12
- Wilson Preparatory Academy · K–12
Winterville
Youngsville
- Youngsville Academy · K–11
Zebulon
- East Wake Academy · K–12
Frequently asked questions about North Carolina charter schools
How many charter schools are in North Carolina?
The 2024–25 federal data includes 213 open public charter schools in North Carolina, with reported enrollment of 153,008 students across 213 schools reporting enrollment.
How can I find charter schools near me in North Carolina?
Browse the city links on this page or use the school search to filter North Carolina charter schools by name, city, ZIP code, grade level, and format.
Are charter schools free in North Carolina?
Yes. Charter schools in North Carolina are public schools and qualifying charter schools cannot charge tuition. Families may still have optional or school-specific costs for transportation, uniforms, meals, activities, or supplies. Confirm current costs and enrollment requirements directly with each school.
What's the difference between a public school and a charter school in North Carolina?
Both traditional public schools and charter schools in North Carolina are publicly funded and tuition-free. Traditional public schools are generally governed by a local school district, while charter schools operate under an approved charter and have more flexibility in exchange for accountability to their authorizer. Enrollment boundaries, lotteries, programs, and transportation vary, so confirm the details with each school and the North Carolina education agency.
Are there virtual charter schools in North Carolina?
Federal records identify 10 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools in North Carolina. Confirm current learning formats directly with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter schools in North Carolina?
No. This is an independent factual directory, not a ranking. Compare the available data and confirm admissions, programs, performance, and current details with schools and official state sources.