For the 2026 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 (2026)
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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