Charter schools in Mississippi
Mississippi has 10 open public charter schools with reported enrollment of 3,977 students in 5 cities, based on 2024–25 federal data.
- Schools
- 10
- Reported students
- 3,977
- Offer high school grades
- 0
- Virtual schools
- 0
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 10 of 10 schools; student–teacher ratios for 9; format for 10. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
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Frequently asked questions about Mississippi charter schools
How many charter schools are in Mississippi?
The 2024–25 federal data includes 10 open public charter schools in Mississippi, with reported enrollment of 3,977 students across 10 schools reporting enrollment.
How can I find charter schools near me in Mississippi?
Browse the city links on this page or use the school search to filter Mississippi charter schools by name, city, ZIP code, grade level, and format.
Are charter schools free in Mississippi?
Yes. Charter schools in Mississippi 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 Mississippi?
Both traditional public schools and charter schools in Mississippi 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 Mississippi education agency.
Are there virtual charter schools in Mississippi?
Federal records identify 0 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools in Mississippi. Confirm current learning formats directly with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter schools in Mississippi?
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.