Research Triangle High School

Research Triangle High School (RTHS) is a public charter school located in Durham, North Carolina, specifically designed to prepare students for success in a rapidly evolving, technology-driven economy. Serving grades 9–12, the school emphasizes a rigorous curriculum grounded in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). By integrating real-world project-based learning with a flexible, student-centered environment, RTHS aims to foster critical thinking, collaboration, and high-level digital literacy, often leveraging its proximity to the prestigious Research Triangle Park to provide students with unique academic and professional perspectives.

The school is noted for its personalized approach to education, utilizing a "flipped classroom" model that encourages students to take ownership of their learning pace and style. RTHS prioritizes small class sizes and a supportive culture, which allows for deeper mentorship between faculty and students. By maintaining a focus on global connectivity and innovation, the school seeks to bridge the gap between traditional high school education and the expectations of modern higher education and the global workforce, consistently ranking as a top-performing institution in the state.