CARDINAL CHARTER ACADEMY

Cardinal Charter Academy is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Cardinal Charter school district, located in Cary, NC with about 976 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 51 teachers, Cardinal Charter Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Cardinal Charter Academy, located at 1020 St. Charles Place in Cary, North Carolina, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K–8. As part of the Charter Schools USA network, the academy emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum grounded in the belief that every child can learn if provided with the right environment. The school is known for its focus on character development and academic achievement, aiming to prepare students for success in high school and beyond through a structured, data-driven instructional approach.

The school’s culture is defined by its core values, which include integrity, respect, and responsibility, woven into both classroom instruction and extracurricular activities. By maintaining a smaller, community-focused environment, Cardinal Charter Academy seeks to foster strong partnerships between educators, parents, and students. With a commitment to meeting the individual needs of its student body, the school provides various support services and enrichment opportunities designed to help students reach their full potential within a safe and disciplined setting.

For more information, contact Cardinal Charter Academy at (919) 653-5000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.