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Charter Schools Directory
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Charter schools in Kansas

Kansas has 7 open public charter schools with reported enrollment of 2,347 students in 7 cities, based on 2024–25 federal data.

Schools
7
Reported students
2,347
Offer high school grades
6
Virtual schools
4

2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 7 of 7 schools; student–teacher ratios for 5; format for 7. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.

All public charter schools in Kansas

Caney

Hugoton

Lawrence

Lindsborg

Parsons

Spring Hill

Topeka

Frequently asked questions about Kansas charter schools

How many charter schools are in Kansas?

The 2024–25 federal data includes 7 open public charter schools in Kansas, with reported enrollment of 2,347 students across 7 schools reporting enrollment.

How can I find charter schools near me in Kansas?

Browse the city links on this page or use the school search to filter Kansas charter schools by name, city, ZIP code, grade level, and format.

Are charter schools free in Kansas?

Yes. Charter schools in Kansas 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 Kansas?

Both traditional public schools and charter schools in Kansas 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 Kansas education agency.

Are there virtual charter schools in Kansas?

Federal records identify 4 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools in Kansas. Confirm current learning formats directly with each school.

Does this page rank the best charter schools in Kansas?

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.