For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 374 students in 28562, NC.
Public charter schools in zipcode 28562 have a diversity score of 0.61, which is less than the North Carolina public charter school average of 0.70.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public charter school average of 54% (majority Black).
Best 28562, NC Public Charter Schools (2026)
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Riverside Leadership Academy
Charter School
1955 Old Airport Rd
New Bern, NC 28562
(252) 276-2150
New Bern, NC 28562
(252) 276-2150
Gr: K-7 | 374 students Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public charter schools are located in 28562, NC?
1 public charter schools are located in 28562, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in 28562?
28562 public charter schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public charter schools average of 54% (majority Black).
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