School Overview
Peak Charter Academy, located in Apex, North Carolina, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in kindergarten through eighth grade. Operated by National Heritage Academies (NHA), the school focuses on a rigorous academic curriculum that emphasizes core subjects like math, reading, and science, while simultaneously integrating character development into the daily student experience. By following a structured educational model, the school aims to prepare students for high school success and beyond, fostering an environment where academic achievement and personal integrity are equally prioritized.

Beyond the classroom, Peak Charter Academy emphasizes the importance of a strong partnership between parents, teachers, and the community. The school’s mission is centered on the "Moral Focus" program, which helps students cultivate virtues such as respect, responsibility, and perseverance alongside their standard studies. With its convenient location in the rapidly growing town of Apex, the school provides families with an alternative to traditional district public schools, offering a focused learning environment characterized by high expectations, active parental involvement, and a commitment to nurturing well-rounded citizens.
767
Total Students
33.4
Full-Time Teachers
23.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
12.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Peak Charter Academy
Demographic Student Count
White262
Hispanic67
Black51
Asian308
Two or More75
American Indian4
  • Asian
    308 (40.2 %)
  • White
    262 (34.2 %)
  • Two or More
    75 (9.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    67 (8.7 %)
  • Black
    51 (6.6 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Peak Charter Academy
Phone: (919)377-1552
Website: http://www.nhaschools.com/schools/peak/
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 767
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 33.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 23.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 86
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 11
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 90
Grade 1 83
Grade 2 84
Grade 3 87
Grade 4 82
Grade 5 88
Grade 6 87
Grade 7 87
Grade 8 79

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Peak Charter Academy
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten90
Grade 183
Grade 284
Grade 387
Grade 482
Grade 588
Grade 687
Grade 787
Grade 879
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Peak Charter Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female38450.1%
Male38349.9%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)