Charter schools in Oklahoma
Oklahoma has 73 open public charter schools with reported enrollment of 55,021 students in 16 cities, based on 2024–25 federal data.
- Schools
- 73
- Reported students
- 55,021
- Offer high school grades
- 21
- Virtual schools
- 17
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 72 of 73 schools; student–teacher ratios for 72; format for 73. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
Find charter schools in Oklahoma by city
More public charter schools in Oklahoma
Bunch
- Cherokee Immersion ES-Greasy · Pre-K–K
Carlton Landing
- Carlton Landing Academy ES · Pre-K–6
Edmond
- Dove Virtual ES · Pre-K–8
- Dove Virtual HS · 9–12
Lawton
- Comanche Academy ES · Pre-K–4
Norman
- Le Monde ES · Pre-K–8
Okmulgee
- Academy of Okmulgee ES · Pre-K–8
Seminole
- Academy of Seminole ES · Pre-K–8
- Academy of Seminole HS · 9–12
Tahlequah
- Cherokee Immersion ES-Tahlequah · Pre-K–8
Tecumseh
Warr Acres
- Dove Science Academy ES · Pre-K–5
Warr Acress
- Dove Science Academy MS · 6–8
Frequently asked questions about Oklahoma charter schools
How many charter schools are in Oklahoma?
The 2024–25 federal data includes 73 open public charter schools in Oklahoma, with reported enrollment of 55,021 students across 72 schools reporting enrollment.
How can I find charter schools near me in Oklahoma?
Browse the city links on this page or use the school search to filter Oklahoma charter schools by name, city, ZIP code, grade level, and format.
Are charter schools free in Oklahoma?
Yes. Charter schools in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma?
Both traditional public schools and charter schools in Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma education agency.
Are there virtual charter schools in Oklahoma?
Federal records identify 17 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools in Oklahoma. Confirm current learning formats directly with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter schools in Oklahoma?
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.