Welcome to Johnston Charter Academy - Outperforming the District Since Day One!
Located in the heart of Clayton, Johnston Charter Academy never sets limits on how much your child can achieve. We shape instruction to build on the strengths and abilities of each child and make Moral Focus lessons part of every school day. As a result, our students thrive. In fact, a study done by Stanford University reveals that National Heritage Academies partner-school students gained the equivalent of three-and-half-months of additional learning compared to their peers.
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2025-26 School Lottery
The lottery for the 2025-26 school year will be held via livestream on Tuesday, December 3 at 5:00 p.m. To view the livestream, click below.
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Schedule a school tour and learn more about our personalized teaching, moral focus program, after-school activities, clubs, sports, and more.
Open Enrollment Has Started!
Open Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year is now through November 29. Don't miss the deadline, apply today!
We're #1 in Johnston County
Johnston is ranked the #1 Public Elementary and Middle School in Johnston County. Learn more about the success of our students!
Parent Portal Help Page
Parent Portal gives parents quick and easy access to their child's information. Click below to learn more!
Advanced Learning Program
We offer advanced learning opportunities for top-performing students who are ready to progress beyond grade level.
It's Time to Apply for the 2025-26 School Year!
Open Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year ends November 29. Open Enrollment is the best time to apply! All applications received during Open Enrollment are considered equal and eligible for being randomly drawn to fill available seats. When Open Enrollment ends, students will go on the waiting list if seats are full. Don't miss the deadline, apply today!I'm Ready to Apply
We Are a Charter School
Are you seeking a "private" school education with the no-cost benefit of a public school? If so, you're in the right place. Johnston Charter Academy is a tuition-free public charter school open to all children who live in North Carolina.
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School Mission
Through a program of rigorous academics, character development, and a focus on the individual progress and needs of students, our school develops critical-thinking scholars who are well-prepared for high school, college, career, and life.
NHA Shines: Stanford Study Shows Our Students Surpass Their Peers by 3.5 Months Each Year
A recent Stanford study shows NHA partner-school students continue to outperform their traditional public school peers. They do so by gaining nearly three-and-a-half months of additional learning. NHA also earned the new “gap busters” designation for outstanding progress in eliminating learning disparities for minority and poverty students.Learn More About Stanford's Study
"Johnston provides a sense of family and community. I appreciate the time and effort they put into making the school a safe, fun, and enjoyable educational experience for my child."
- Johnston Charter Academy Parent
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