Charter High Schools in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has 87 public charter schools offering high school grades (9–12) in the 2024–25 federal data, located in 33 cities.
- Charter high schools
- 87
- Students at these schools
- 121,319
- Median students per teacher
- 13.6
- Virtual schools
- 14
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 87 of 87 schools; student–teacher ratios for 87; format for 87. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
Charter high schools in Pennsylvania by city
Philadelphia35
- ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber CS · K–12 · Virtual
- Belmont CS · K–12
- Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS · 6–12
- Community Academy of Philadelphia CS · K–12
- Esperanza Academy CS · K–12
- Esperanza Cyber CS · K–12 · Virtual
- First Philadelphia Preparatory CS · K–12
- Franklin Towne CHS · 9–12
- Freire CS · 5–12
- Imhotep Institute CHS · 9–12
- KIPP DuBois CS · 9–12
- Mariana Bracetti Academy CS · K–12
- Maritime Academy CS · K–12
- MaST Community CS II · K–12
- MaST Community CS III · K–10
- Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus · 7–12
- Mastery CS - Shoemaker Campus · 7–12
- Mastery CS -Thomas Campus · K–12
- Mastery CS-Gratz Campus · 7–12
- Mastery CS-Hardy Williams · K–12
- Mastery CS-Pickett Campus · 6–12
- Mathematics Science & Technology Community CS · K–12
- Multicultural Academy CS · 9–12
- New Foundations CS · K–12
- Philadelphia Academy CS · K–12
- Philadelphia Electrical & Technology CHS · 9–12
- Philadelphia Performing Arts CS · K–12
- Preparatory CS of Mathematics Science Tech and Careers · 9–12
- Richard Allen Preparatory CS · 5–9
- Sankofa Freedom Academy CS · K–12
- Tacony Academy CS · K–12
- TECH Freire CS · 9–12
- Universal Audenried CS · 9–12
- Universal Institute CS · K–9
- YouthBuild Phila CS · 12
Pittsburgh8
- City CHS · 9–12
- Environmental CS at Frick Park · K–12
- Life Male STEAM Academy CS · 6–10
- Passport Academy CS · 9–12
- Propel CS-Braddock Hills · K–12
- Propel CS-Montour · K–12
- The New Academy CS · 8–12
- Urban Pathways 6-12 CS · 6–12
Allentown3
- Executive Education Academy CS · K–12
- Lincoln Leadership Academy CS · K–12
- Roberto Clemente CS · K–12
Exton3
- Achievement House CS · 7–12 · Virtual
- Collegium CS · K–12
- Insight PA Cyber CS · K–12 · Virtual
Harrisburg3
- Capital Area School for the Arts CS · 9–12
- Commonwealth Charter Academy CS · K–12 · Virtual
- Reach Cyber CS · K–12 · Virtual
Midland3
- Lincoln Park Performing Arts CS · 7–12
- Midland Innovation & Technology CS · 9–12
- Pennsylvania Cyber CS · Pre-K–12 · Virtual
York3
- Crispus Attucks CS · 12
- Pennwood Cyber CS · K–12 · Virtual
- York Academy Regional CS · K–12
King of Prussia2
- Agora Cyber CS · K–12 · Virtual
- Pennsylvania Virtual CS · K–12 · Virtual
West Chester2
- 21st Century Cyber CS · 6–12 · Virtual
- Pennsylvania Leadership CS · K–12 · Virtual
Altoona1
- Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS · K–12 · Virtual
Bensalem1
- School Lane CS · K–12
Catasauqua1
- Innovative Arts Academy CS · 6–12
Chester1
Coal Center1
Cresco1
- Evergreen Community CS · 6–12
Greenville1
- Keystone Education Center CS · K–12
Homestead1
- Propel CS-Homestead · K–12
Huntingdon1
- New Day CS · 7–12
Hyndman1
Lancaster1
- La Academia Partnership CS · 6–12
Latrobe1
- Dr Robert Ketterer CS Inc · 6–12
Levittown1
Loganton1
- Sugar Valley Rural CS · K–12
Monroeville1
- Spectrum CS · 7–12
Phoenixville1
Pottsville1
- Gillingham Charter School · K–12
Sewickley1
- Pennsylvania Distance Learning CS · K–12 · Virtual
Simpson1
- Fell CS · K–9
Tidioute1
- Tidioute Community CS · Pre-K–12
West Grove1
- Avon Grove CS · K–12
Wilmerding1
- Westinghouse Arts Academy CS · 9–12
About this Pennsylvania high school list
Schools are included when their reported grade span overlaps 9–12, so a K–8 or K–12 school can appear on more than one grade-level list. This factual list does not rank school quality or show current seat availability. Confirm grades, programs, and admissions directly with each school.
Charter high schools in Pennsylvania: common questions
How many charter high schools are in Pennsylvania?
The 2024–25 federal data lists 87 open public charter schools in Pennsylvania offering at least one grade from 9–12, located in 33 cities.
How do I find charter high schools near me in Pennsylvania?
Browse the city groups on this page, or use the school search with your location, city, or ZIP code and the high grade-level filter.
Are charter high schools in Pennsylvania free?
Charter schools are public schools, so they do not charge tuition for public K–12 grades. Some schools may charge fees for items such as uniforms, activities, or before- and after-school care, so confirm costs with each school.
Are there online charter high schools in Pennsylvania?
Federal records identify 14 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools offering high school grades in Pennsylvania. Confirm current formats and enrollment eligibility with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter high schools in Pennsylvania?
No. This directory does not rank schools or accept paid placement. Compare the reported facts, then confirm programs, admissions, and current performance information directly with each school.
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, 2024–25 school year. How this data works.