For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 1,268 students in 28079, NC.
The top-ranked public charter school in 28079, NC is Union Prep Academy At Indian Trail. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 28079 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the North Carolina public charter school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 59% statewide average). Charter schools in 28079, NC have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public charter school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 28079, NC Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Prep Academy At Indian Trail
Charter School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2324 Younts Rd
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 893-3607
Indian Trail, NC 28079
(704) 893-3607
Gr: K-11 | 1,268 students Student-teacher ratio: 47:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 28079, NC?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 28079, NC include Union Prep Academy At Indian Trail.
How many public charter schools are located in 28079?
1 public charter schools are located in 28079.
What is the racial composition of students in 28079?
28079 public charter schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the North Carolina public charter schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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