Charter schools in Ohio
Ohio has 339 open public charter schools with reported enrollment of 123,080 students in 74 cities, based on 2024–25 federal data.
- Schools
- 339
- Reported students
- 123,080
- Offer high school grades
- 139
- Virtual schools
- 19
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 339 of 339 schools; student–teacher ratios for 333; format for 339. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
Find charter schools in Ohio by city
More public charter schools in Ohio
Ashland
Canfield
Cardington
- Tomorrow Center · 8–12
Castalia
- Townsend Community School · 9–12
Chillicothe
- Southern Ohio Career Academy · 9–12
Copley
Coshocton
- Coshocton Opportunity School · 9–12
Cuyahoga Falls
- Schnee Learning Center · 9–12
Dublin
East Liverpool
Elyria
Fairborn
- Fairborn Digital Academy · 9–12
Fairfield Township
Findlay
- Findlay Digital Academy · 9–12
Freeport
- Lakeland Academy Community School · Pre-K–12
Fremont
Groveport
Hamilton
- Richard Allen Academy · K–6
Hinckley
Huron
- Huron Sports Academy · K–5
Kenton
- Hardin Community School · 6–12
Lebanon
- Greater Ohio Virtual School · 7–12
Lima
Logan
London
Maple Heights
Middlefield
- ACE Community Academy · 9–12
Mt Eaton
New Philadelphia
- Quaker Digital Academy · K–12
- Quaker Preparatory Academy · K–8
New Richmond
Newburgh Heights
Niles
North Randall
- Randall Park High School · 9–12
Ontario
- Buckeye Community School · 9–12
Oregon
- Eagle Learning Center · 9–12
Painesville
Portsmouth
- Sciotoville Community School · K–12
Richmond Heights
- Flex High School Cleveland · 9–12
Rittman
- Rittman Academy · 9–12
Salineville
- Utica Shale Academy of Ohio · 7–12
Sandusky
Sheffield Village
- Sheffield Academy · K–7
Smithville
- Liberty Preparatory School · 9–12
Solon
- Solon Academy · K–2
Strongsville
Trotwood
Wapakoneta
Warrensville Heights
Westerville
Westlake
- Westlake Academy · K–2
Worthington
- Ohio Connections Academy Inc · K–12
Frequently asked questions about Ohio charter schools
How many charter schools are in Ohio?
The 2024–25 federal data includes 339 open public charter schools in Ohio, with reported enrollment of 123,080 students across 339 schools reporting enrollment.
How can I find charter schools near me in Ohio?
Browse the city links on this page or use the school search to filter Ohio charter schools by name, city, ZIP code, grade level, and format.
Are charter schools free in Ohio?
Yes. Charter schools in Ohio 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 Ohio?
Both traditional public schools and charter schools in Ohio 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 Ohio education agency.
Are there virtual charter schools in Ohio?
Federal records identify 19 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools in Ohio. Confirm current learning formats directly with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter schools in Ohio?
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.