Charter schools in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico has 16 open public charter schools with reported enrollment of 5,290 students in 8 cities, based on 2024–25 federal data.
- Schools
- 16
- Reported students
- 5,290
- Offer high school grades
- 10
- Virtual schools
- 0
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 16 of 16 schools; student–teacher ratios for 16; format for 16. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
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Frequently asked questions about Puerto Rico charter schools
How many charter schools are in Puerto Rico?
The 2024–25 federal data includes 16 open public charter schools in Puerto Rico, with reported enrollment of 5,290 students across 16 schools reporting enrollment.
How can I find charter schools near me in Puerto Rico?
Browse the city links on this page or use the school search to filter Puerto Rico charter schools by name, city, ZIP code, grade level, and format.
Are charter schools free in Puerto Rico?
Yes. Charter schools in Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico?
Both traditional public schools and charter schools in Puerto Rico 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 Puerto Rico education agency.
Are there virtual charter schools in Puerto Rico?
Federal records identify 0 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools in Puerto Rico. Confirm current learning formats directly with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter schools in Puerto Rico?
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.