For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 1,352 students in 28027, NC.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 28027, NC are Carolina International School and Valor Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 28027 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the North Carolina public charter school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 28027, NC have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of North Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public charter school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 28027, NC Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carolina International School
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9545 Poplar Tent Road
Concord, NC 28027
(704) 455-3847
Concord, NC 28027
(704) 455-3847
Gr: K-12 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Valor Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
355 Poplar Crossing Dr Nw
Concord, NC 28027
(704) 789-2500
Concord, NC 28027
(704) 789-2500
Gr: K-12 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 28027, NC?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 28027, NC include Carolina International School and Valor Preparatory Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 28027?
2 public charter schools are located in 28027.
What is the racial composition of students in 28027?
28027 public charter schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the North Carolina public charter schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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