Raleigh Charter High School is a free, independent public school chartered by the North Carolina State Board of Education. It was founded in 1998 by parents of eighth graders at Magellan Charter School.
Serving 552 students in grades 9-12, Raleigh Charter High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 552 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Raleigh Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Raleigh Charter High School's student population of 552 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
552 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
1999
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
19 students
School Rankings
Raleigh Charter High School ranks within the top 1% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Raleigh Charter High School is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9 out of 2617 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)90-94%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Asian
41%
5%
Hispanic
6%
22%
Black
8%
24%
White
39%
42%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥95%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
28.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Phoenix
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Raleigh Charter High School's ranking?
Raleigh Charter High School is ranked #9 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Raleigh Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Raleigh Charter High School is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Raleigh Charter High School?
552 students attend Raleigh Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Raleigh Charter High School students are Asian, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Raleigh Charter High School?
Raleigh Charter High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Raleigh Charter High School offer ?
Raleigh Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Raleigh Charter High School part of?
Raleigh Charter High School is part of Raleigh Charter High School District.
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