Charter schools in Louisiana
Louisiana has 146 open public charter schools with reported enrollment of 96,820 students in 32 cities, based on 2024–25 federal data.
- Schools
- 146
- Reported students
- 96,820
- Offer high school grades
- 52
- Virtual schools
- 3
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 146 of 146 schools; student–teacher ratios for 138; format for 146. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
Find charter schools in Louisiana by city
More public charter schools in Louisiana
Bastrop
- Beekman Charter School · Pre-K–12
Belle Chasse
- Belle Chasse Academy · Pre-K–8
Bogalusa
Bunkie
- LA School for Ag Science · 7–12
Covington
Delhi
- Delhi Charter School · K–12
Downsville
- Downsville Community Charter School · Pre-K–12
Farmerville
Ferriday
- Delta Charter School MST · K–12
Franklin
- V. B. Glencoe Charter School · Pre-K–12
Grambling
- Lincoln Preparatory School · Pre-K–12
Gretna
- Young Audiences Charter High School · 9–12
- Young Audiences Charter School · Pre-K–8
Jefferson
- Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy · Pre-K–8
- JCFA-East · 9–12
Junction City
- Northeast Claiborne Charter · K–12
Kenner
- Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy · Pre-K–12
Mansura
Maurice
Monroe
Opelousas
- JS Clark Leadership Academy · K–12
- St. Landry Charter School · K–7
Plaquemine
- Iberville Charter Academy · Pre-K–8
Slaughter
Sunset
- Ecole Saint-Landry · K–4
Terrytown
Youngsville
Frequently asked questions about Louisiana charter schools
How many charter schools are in Louisiana?
The 2024–25 federal data includes 146 open public charter schools in Louisiana, with reported enrollment of 96,820 students across 146 schools reporting enrollment.
How can I find charter schools near me in Louisiana?
Browse the city links on this page or use the school search to filter Louisiana charter schools by name, city, ZIP code, grade level, and format.
Are charter schools free in Louisiana?
Yes. Charter schools in Louisiana 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 Louisiana?
Both traditional public schools and charter schools in Louisiana 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 Louisiana education agency.
Are there virtual charter schools in Louisiana?
Federal records identify 3 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools in Louisiana. Confirm current learning formats directly with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter schools in Louisiana?
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.