For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 299 students in 28717, NC.
The top ranked public charter school in 28717, NC is Summit Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
charter school in zipcode 28717 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public charter school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 28717, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public charter school average of 53% (majority Black).
Best 28717, NC Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Summit Charter
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
370 Mitten Lane
Cashiers, NC 28717
(828) 743-5755
Cashiers, NC 28717
(828) 743-5755
Grades: K-12
| 299 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 28717, NC?
The top ranked public charter schools in 28717, NC include Summit Charter.
How many public charter schools are located in 28717?
1 public charter schools are located in 28717.
What is the racial composition of students in 28717?
28717 public charter schools minority enrollment is 25% 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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