For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 2,392 students in 27704, NC.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 27704, NC are Voyager Academy and Excelsior Classical Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 27704 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the North Carolina public charter school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 27704, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public charter school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 27704, NC Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Voyager Academy
Charter School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 Hock Parc Drive
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 433-3301
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 433-3301
Gr: K-12 | 1,360 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Excelsior Classical Academy
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4100 N Roxboro Street
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 213-8585
Durham, NC 27704
(919) 213-8585
Gr: K-12 | 1,032 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 27704, NC?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 27704, NC include Voyager Academy and Excelsior Classical Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 27704?
2 public charter schools are located in 27704.
What is the racial composition of students in 27704?
27704 public charter schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public charter schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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