RESEARCH TRIANGLE CHARTER

Research Triangle Charter is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Research Triangle Charter school district, located in Durham, NC with about 702 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 37 teachers, Research Triangle Charter has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Research Triangle High School (often referred to as RTHS or Research Triangle Charter) is a tuition-free public charter school located in Durham, North Carolina. It serves students in grades 9 through 12 and operates with a unique focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education. The school is designed to prepare students for college and careers in a rapidly evolving technological landscape, utilizing a blended learning model that combines traditional classroom instruction with digital resources to foster student-led inquiry and personalized growth.

The school is notably affiliated with the National Heritage Academies (NHA) network, which manages a variety of charter schools across the United States. Its proximity to the Research Triangle Park allows the school to leverage its location to offer students distinctive opportunities for internships, mentorships, and exposure to industry professionals. By emphasizing critical thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and project-based learning, Research Triangle Charter aims to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world application, creating a community centered on academic excellence and college readiness.

For more information, contact Research Triangle Charter at (919) 957-7108 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.