Charter schools in Missouri
Missouri has 81 open public charter schools with reported enrollment of 25,751 students in 4 cities, based on 2024–25 federal data.
- Schools
- 81
- Reported students
- 25,751
- Offer high school grades
- 18
- Virtual schools
- 0
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 81 of 81 schools; student–teacher ratios for 80; format for 81. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
Find charter schools in Missouri by city
More public charter schools in Missouri
Pagedale
- The Leadership School · K–4
Saint Louis
- North Side Community School · Pre-K–5
Frequently asked questions about Missouri charter schools
How many charter schools are in Missouri?
The 2024–25 federal data includes 81 open public charter schools in Missouri, with reported enrollment of 25,751 students across 81 schools reporting enrollment.
How can I find charter schools near me in Missouri?
Browse the city links on this page or use the school search to filter Missouri charter schools by name, city, ZIP code, grade level, and format.
Are charter schools free in Missouri?
Yes. Charter schools in Missouri 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 Missouri?
Both traditional public schools and charter schools in Missouri 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 Missouri education agency.
Are there virtual charter schools in Missouri?
Federal records identify 0 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools in Missouri. Confirm current learning formats directly with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter schools in Missouri?
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.