Charter Middle Schools in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania has 145 public charter schools offering middle school grades (6–8) in the 2024–25 federal data, located in 44 cities.
- Charter middle schools
- 145
- Students at these schools
- 156,675
- Median students per teacher
- 13.7
- Virtual schools
- 14
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 145 of 145 schools; student–teacher ratios for 145; format for 145. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
Charter middle schools in Pennsylvania by city
Philadelphia70
- Ad Prima CS · K–8
- Alliance for Progress CS · K–8
- Antonia Pantoja Community CS · K–8
- ASPIRA Bilingual Cyber CS · K–12 · Virtual
- Belmont CS · K–12
- Boys' Latin of Philadelphia CS · 6–12
- Christopher Columbus CS · K–8
- Community Academy of Philadelphia CS · K–12
- Deep Roots CS · K–7
- Discovery CS · K–8
- Esperanza Academy CS · K–12
- Esperanza Cyber CS · K–12 · Virtual
- Eugenio Maria DE Hostos CS · K–8
- First Philadelphia Preparatory CS · K–12
- Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures CS · K–8
- Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School · K–8
- Frederick Douglass Mastery CS · K–8
- Freire CS · 5–12
- Global Leadership Academy CS · K–8
- Global Leadership Academy CS Southwest at Huey · K–8
- Green Woods CS · K–8
- Harambee Institute of Science and Technology CS · K–8
- Independence CS · K–8
- Independence CS West · K–8
- Keystone Academy CS · K–8
- KIPP North Philadelphia CS · K–8
- KIPP Philadelphia CS · K–8
- KIPP West Philadelphia CS · K–8
- Laboratory CS · K–8
- Lindley Academy CS at Birney · K–8
- 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 - Mann Campus · K–6
- Mastery CS - Shoemaker Campus · 7–12
- Mastery CS -Thomas Campus · K–12
- Mastery CS-Cleveland Elementary · K–8
- Mastery CS-Clymer Elementary · K–6
- Mastery CS-Francis D. Pastorius Elementary · K–8
- Mastery CS-Gratz Campus · 7–12
- Mastery CS-Hardy Williams · K–12
- Mastery CS-Harrity Campus · K–8
- Mastery CS-Pickett Campus · 6–12
- Mastery CS-Smedley Campus · K–6
- Mastery Prep Elementary CS · K–6
- Mathematics Science & Technology Community CS · K–12
- Memphis Street Academy CS @ JP Jones · 5–8
- New Foundations CS · K–12
- Northwood Academy CS · K–8
- Pan American Academy CS · K–8
- People for People CS · K–8
- Philadelphia Academy CS · K–12
- Philadelphia Hebrew Public CS · K–8
- Philadelphia Montessori CS · Pre-K–6
- Philadelphia Performing Arts CS · K–12
- Richard Allen Preparatory CS · 5–9
- Russell Byers CS · Pre-K–8
- Sankofa Freedom Academy CS · K–12
- Southwest Leadership Academy CS · K–8
- Tacony Academy CS · K–12
- The Philadelphia CS for Arts and Sciences at HR Edmunds · K–8
- Universal Alcorn CS · K–8
- Universal Creighton CS · K–8
- Universal Institute CS · K–9
- Universal Vare CS · 5–8
- West Oak Lane CS · K–8
- Wissahickon CS · K–8
- Young Scholars CS · 5–8
Pittsburgh14
- Environmental CS at Frick Park · K–12
- Life Male STEAM Academy CS · 6–10
- Manchester Academic CS · K–8
- Penn Hills CS of Entrepreneurship · K–8
- Propel CS-Braddock Hills · K–12
- Propel CS-Hazelwood · K–8
- Propel CS-Montour · K–12
- Propel CS-Northside · K–8
- Propel CS-Pitcairn · K–8
- Provident CS · 2–8
- The New Academy CS · 8–12
- Urban Pathways 6-12 CS · 6–12
- Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny CS · Pre-K–8
- Young Scholars of Western Pennsylvania CS · K–8
Allentown4
- Arts Academy CS · 5–8
- Executive Education Academy CS · K–12
- Lincoln Leadership Academy CS · K–12
- Roberto Clemente CS · K–12
Erie3
- Montessori Regional CS · K–8
- Perseus House CS of Excellence · 6–12
- Robert Benjamin Wiley Community CS · Pre-K–8
Exton3
- Achievement House CS · 7–12 · Virtual
- Collegium CS · K–12
- Insight PA Cyber CS · K–12 · Virtual
Harrisburg3
- Commonwealth Charter Academy CS · K–12 · Virtual
- Infinity CS · K–8
- Reach Cyber CS · K–12 · Virtual
York3
- Lincoln CS · K–8
- Pennwood Cyber CS · K–12 · Virtual
- York Academy Regional CS · K–12
Chester2
Gettysburg2
- Gettysburg Montessori CS · K–6
- Vida CS · K–6
King of Prussia2
- Agora Cyber CS · K–12 · Virtual
- Pennsylvania Virtual CS · K–12 · Virtual
Midland2
- Lincoln Park Performing Arts CS · 7–12
- Pennsylvania Cyber CS · Pre-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
Baden1
- Baden Academy CS · K–6
Bear Creek Township1
- Bear Creek Community CS · K–8
Bensalem1
- School Lane CS · K–12
Catasauqua1
- Innovative Arts Academy CS · 6–12
Coal Center1
Cresco1
- Evergreen Community CS · 6–12
East Lansdowne1
- Vision Academy CS · Pre-K–8
Emmaus1
- Seven Generations CS · K–8
Fairless Hills1
Fogelsville1
- Circle of Seasons CS · K–8
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
McKeesport1
- Propel CS-McKeesport · K–8
Monroeville1
- Spectrum CS · 7–12
Phoenixville1
Pottsville1
- Gillingham Charter School · K–12
Scranton1
Sewickley1
- Pennsylvania Distance Learning CS · K–12 · Virtual
Simpson1
- Fell CS · K–9
Souderton1
Tidioute1
- Tidioute Community CS · Pre-K–12
Turtle Creek1
- Propel CS-East · K–8
West Grove1
- Avon Grove CS · K–12
About this Pennsylvania middle school list
Schools are included when their reported grade span overlaps 6–8, 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 middle schools in Pennsylvania: common questions
How many charter middle schools are in Pennsylvania?
The 2024–25 federal data lists 145 open public charter schools in Pennsylvania offering at least one grade from 6–8, located in 44 cities.
How do I find charter middle 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 middle grade-level filter.
Are charter middle 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 middle schools in Pennsylvania?
Federal records identify 14 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools offering middle school grades in Pennsylvania. Confirm current formats and enrollment eligibility with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter middle 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.