Charter schools in Connecticut
Connecticut has 21 open public charter schools with reported enrollment of 10,811 students in 10 cities, based on 2024–25 federal data.
- Schools
- 21
- Reported students
- 10,811
- Offer high school grades
- 11
- Virtual schools
- 0
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 21 of 21 schools; student–teacher ratios for 21; format for 21. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
Find charter schools in Connecticut by city
More public charter schools in Connecticut
Hartford
- Achievement First Hartford Academy · K–12
- Jumoke Academy · Pre-K–12
Manchester
- Odyssey Community School · Pre-K–8
New London
Norwalk
- Side By Side Charter School · Pre-K–8
Norwich
- Integrated Day Charter School · Pre-K–8
Stamford
- Stamford Charter School for Excellence · Pre-K–8
Waterbury
- Brass City Charter School · Pre-K–8
Winsted
- Explorations · 9–12
Frequently asked questions about Connecticut charter schools
How many charter schools are in Connecticut?
The 2024–25 federal data includes 21 open public charter schools in Connecticut, with reported enrollment of 10,811 students across 21 schools reporting enrollment.
How can I find charter schools near me in Connecticut?
Browse the city links on this page or use the school search to filter Connecticut charter schools by name, city, ZIP code, grade level, and format.
Are charter schools free in Connecticut?
Yes. Charter schools in Connecticut are public schools and qualifying charter schools cannot charge tuition. Families may still have optional or school-specific costs for transportation, uniforms, meals, activities, or supplies. Confirm current costs and enrollment requirements directly with each school.
What's the difference between a public school and a charter school in Connecticut?
Both traditional public schools and charter schools in Connecticut are publicly funded and tuition-free. Traditional public schools are generally governed by a local school district, while charter schools operate under an approved charter and have more flexibility in exchange for accountability to their authorizer. Enrollment boundaries, lotteries, programs, and transportation vary, so confirm the details with each school and the Connecticut education agency.
Are there virtual charter schools in Connecticut?
Federal records identify 0 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools in Connecticut. Confirm current learning formats directly with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter schools in Connecticut?
No. This is an independent factual directory, not a ranking. Compare the available data and confirm admissions, programs, performance, and current details with schools and official state sources.