Charter Elementary Schools in North Carolina
North Carolina has 188 public charter schools offering elementary grades (K–5) in the 2024–25 federal data, located in 106 cities.
- Charter elementary schools
- 188
- Students at these schools
- 143,995
- Median students per teacher
- 15.9
- Virtual schools
- 6
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 188 of 188 schools; student–teacher ratios for 186; format for 188. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
Charter elementary schools in North Carolina by city
Charlotte21
- American Leadership Academy Charlotte · K–7
- Bradford Preparatory School · K–12
- Charlotte Lab School · K–12
- Corvian Community School · K–12
- East Voyager Academy of Charlotte · K–8
- Jackson Day School · K–12
- KIPP Charlotte · K–8
- Mallard Creek STEM Academy · K–8
- Metrolina Reg Scholars Academy · K–8
- Movement Charter School · K–8
- Movement School Eastland · K–5
- Movement School Northwest · K–2
- Movement School Southwest · K–3
- Pioneer Springs Community School · K–12
- Southwest Charlotte STEM Academy · K–8
- Steele Creek Preparatory Academy · K–8
- Sugar Creek Charter · K–12
- Telra Institute · K–9
- TMSA Charlotte · K–12
- United Community School · K–8
- Unity Classical Charter School · K–8
Durham14
- Central Park School For Children · K–8
- Community School of Digital & Visual Art · K–8
- Durham Charter School · K–11
- Excelsior Classical Academy · K–12
- Global Scholars Academy · K–8
- Kestrel Heights School · K–8
- KIPP Durham College Preparatory · K–8
- Maureen Joy Charter School · K–8
- NC Virtual Academy · K–12 · Virtual
- North Carolina Cyber Academy · K–12 · Virtual
- Reaching All Minds Academy · K–8
- Research Triangle Charter · K–8
- The Institute Development Young Leaders · K–8
- Voyager Academy · K–12
Raleigh7
- Doral Academy of North Carolina · K–6
- Magellan Charter · 3–8
- PreEminent Charter · K–8
- Quest Academy · K–8
- Raleigh Oak Charter · K–8
- RISE Southeast Raleigh Charter School · K–8
- The Exploris School · K–8
Asheville6
- Asheville PEAK Academy · K–6
- Evergreen Community Charter · K–8
- Francine Delany New School · K–8
- IC Imagine · K–12
- Mountain City Public Montessori · K–7
- The Franklin School of Innovation · 5–12
Wake Forest6
- Casa Esperanza Montessori Charter School · Pre-K–8
- Endeavor Charter School · K–8
- Envision Science Academy · K–8
- Franklin Academy · K–12
- Wake Forest Charter Academy · K–8
- Wake Preparatory Academy · K–12
Winston-Salem4
- Carter G. Woodson School · K–12
- Forsyth Academy · K–8
- Quality Education Academy · K–12
- The Arts Based School · K–8
Goldsboro3
- Dillard Academy · K–8
- Wayne Preparatory Academy · K–12
- Wayne STEM Academy · K–4
Huntersville3
- Bonnie Cone Classical Academy · K–6
- Bonnie Cone Leadership Academy · K–12
- Lake Norman Charter · K–12
Apex2
Cary2
Clayton2
Concord2
- Carolina International School · K–12
- Valor Preparatory Academy · K–12
Denver2
- Lincoln Charter School · K–12
- West Lake Preparatory Academy · K–9
Fayetteville2
- Alpha Academy · K–12
- The Capitol Encore Academy · K–12 · Virtual
Henderson2
- Henderson Collegiate · K–12
- Vance Charter School · K–12
Hillsborough2
- Eno River Academy · K–12
- The Expedition School · K–8
Holly Springs2
- Pine Springs Preparatory Academy · K–8
- Pine Springs Preparatory Remote Academy · K–11 · Virtual
Matthews2
- Matthews Charter Academy · K–8
- Socrates Academy · K–12
Monroe2
- ALA Monroe · K–8
- Union Academy · K–12
Mooresville2
- Langtree Charter Academy · K–12
- Pine Lake Preparatory · K–12
Statesville2
Wilson2
- Sallie B Howard School · K–12
- Wilson Preparatory Academy · K–12
Aberdeen1
Angier1
- Carolina Charter Academy · K–8
Arapahoe1
- Arapahoe Charter School · K–12
Asheboro1
- Uwharrie Charter Academy · K–12
Beaufort1
- Tiller School · K–5
Biscoe1
- Tillery Charter Academy · K–7
Bolivia1
Boone1
Browns Summit1
- Summit Creek Academy · K–8
Bryson City1
- Mountain Discovery · K–8
Burlington1
- Clover Garden · K–12
Cashiers1
- Summit Charter · K–12
Chapel Hill1
- Woods Charter · K–12
Cornelius1
- Lakeside Charter Academy · K–8
Corolla1
Creedmoor1
- Falls Lake Academy · K–12
Creswell1
Davidson1
- Community School of Davidson · K–12
Elizabeth City1
Elizabethtown1
- Emereau: Bladen · K–8
Faith1
- Faith Academy Charter School · K–10
Fletcher1
- FernLeaf · K–11
Fuquay-Varina1
Gaston1
Gastonia1
Graham1
- River Mill Academy · K–12
Halifax1
Harrisburg1
- A.C.E. Academy · K–8
Haw River1
Hendersonville1
High Point1
- Phoenix Academy - Primary Elem Upper · K–12 · Virtual
Hobgood1
- Hobgood Charter School · K–12
Hollister1
- Haliwa-Saponi Tribal School · K–12
Indian Trail1
Jacksonville1
Jamestown1
Kannapolis1
Kernersville1
Lake Lure1
- Lake Lure Classical Academy · K–12
Leland1
Lenoir1
- Oak Hill Charter School · K–8
Lexington1
- Davidson Charter Academy · K–8
Louisburg1
Lumberton1
- Southeastern Academy · K–8
Mint Hill1
Mooresboro1
Morganton1
- New Dimensions · K–8
Morrisville1
- Sterling Montessori Academy · Pre-K–8
Mount Airy1
- Millennium Charter Academy · K–12
Mt. Holly1
New Bern1
Newland1
- Marjorie Williams Academy · K–12
Oxford1
- Oxford Preparatory · K–12
Pembroke1
- Old Main STREAM Academy · K–7
Pisgah Forest1
- Brevard Academy · K–8
Pittsboro1
- Willow Oak Montessori · K–8
Reidsville1
- Legacy Classical Academy · K–5
Rocky Mount1
- Rocky Mount Preparatory · K–12
Rolesville1
Roxboro1
- Bethel Hill Charter · K–5
Saxapahaw1
- The Hawbridge School · K–12
Shelby1
- Pinnacle Classical Academy · K–12
Siler City1
- Chatham Charter · K–12
Smithfield1
- Neuse Charter School · K–12
Southern Pines1
Spring Lake1
- Anderson Creek Academy · K–5
Stanley1
- Community Charter School · K–10
Swannanoa1
- ArtSpace Charter School · K–8
Tarboro1
- North East Carolina Prep · Pre-K–12
Troutman1
Vass1
- STARS Charter · K–12
Washington1
- Washington Montessori · K–12
Waxhaw1
- Monroe Charter Academy · K–7
Waynesville1
Weddington1
- Union Day School · K–11
Wendell1
Whiteville1
Winterville1
Youngsville1
- Youngsville Academy · K–11
Zebulon1
- East Wake Academy · K–12
About this North Carolina elementary school list
Schools are included when their reported grade span overlaps K–5, so a K–8 or K–12 school can appear on more than one grade-level list. This factual list does not rank school quality or show current seat availability. Confirm grades, programs, and admissions directly with each school.
Charter elementary schools in North Carolina: common questions
How many charter elementary schools are in North Carolina?
The 2024–25 federal data lists 188 open public charter schools in North Carolina offering at least one grade from K–5, located in 106 cities.
How do I find charter elementary schools near me in North Carolina?
Browse the city groups on this page, or use the school search with your location, city, or ZIP code and the elementary grade-level filter.
Are charter elementary schools in North Carolina free?
Charter schools are public schools, so they do not charge tuition for public K–12 grades. Some schools may charge fees for items such as uniforms, activities, or before- and after-school care, so confirm costs with each school.
Are there online charter elementary schools in North Carolina?
Federal records identify 6 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools offering elementary grades in North Carolina. Confirm current formats and enrollment eligibility with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter elementary schools in North Carolina?
No. This directory does not rank schools or accept paid placement. Compare the reported facts, then confirm programs, admissions, and current performance information directly with each school.
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, 2024–25 school year. How this data works.