Charter schools in Idaho
Idaho has 84 open public charter schools with reported enrollment of 41,137 students in 33 cities, based on 2024–25 federal data.
- Schools
- 84
- Reported students
- 41,137
- Offer high school grades
- 55
- Virtual schools
- 0
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 83 of 84 schools; student–teacher ratios for 82; format for 0. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
Find charter schools in Idaho by city
More public charter schools in Idaho
Ammon
- Monticello Montessori Charter School · Pre-K–8
- White Pine Charter School · K–12
Chubback
- Gem Prep Pocatello School · K–12
Chubbuck
- Alpine Academy · 6–8
- Connor Academy · K–5
Coeur D'Alene
Donnelly
Eagle
- North Star Charter School · K–12
Emmett
Fort Hall
Fruitland
Garden City
- Anser Charter School · Pre-K–8
- Future Public School · K–6
Gooding
- North Valley Academy · K–12
Hailey
Hayden
Island Park
Jerome
- Heritage Academy · Pre-K–8
Kimberly
- Rise Charter School · K–12
Kuna
- Falcon Ridge Public Charter · Pre-K–8
Lewiston
Malad City
Moscow
Pocatello
- Pocatello Community Charter · Pre-K–8
Post Falls
- Elevate Academy North · 6–12
- Kootenai Classical Academy · Pre-K–9
Rathdrum
Salmon
Sandpoint
Frequently asked questions about Idaho charter schools
How many charter schools are in Idaho?
The 2024–25 federal data includes 84 open public charter schools in Idaho, with reported enrollment of 41,137 students across 83 schools reporting enrollment.
How can I find charter schools near me in Idaho?
Browse the city links on this page or use the school search to filter Idaho charter schools by name, city, ZIP code, grade level, and format.
Are charter schools free in Idaho?
Yes. Charter schools in Idaho 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 Idaho?
Both traditional public schools and charter schools in Idaho 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 Idaho education agency.
Are there virtual charter schools in Idaho?
Federal records identify 0 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools in Idaho. Confirm current learning formats directly with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter schools in Idaho?
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.