Charter schools in Washington
Washington has 17 open public charter schools with reported enrollment of 4,818 students in 10 cities, based on 2024–25 federal data.
- Schools
- 17
- Reported students
- 4,818
- Offer high school grades
- 12
- Virtual schools
- 0
2024–25 reported data: enrollment for 17 of 17 schools; student–teacher ratios for 17; format for 17. Missing values are excluded from totals and medians. Students per teacher is not class size.Sources and limitations.
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More public charter schools in Washington
Bellingham
Bremerton
- Catalyst Public Schools · K–9
Des Moines
- Cascade Public Schools · 9–12
Renton
Tacoma
- Impact Public Schools · Pre-K–5
- Summit Public School: Olympus · 9–12
Tukwila
- Impact Public Schools · K–5
Vancouver
- Rooted School Washington · 9–12
Wenatchee
Frequently asked questions about Washington charter schools
How many charter schools are in Washington?
The 2024–25 federal data includes 17 open public charter schools in Washington, with reported enrollment of 4,818 students across 17 schools reporting enrollment.
How can I find charter schools near me in Washington?
Browse the city links on this page or use the school search to filter Washington charter schools by name, city, ZIP code, grade level, and format.
Are charter schools free in Washington?
Yes. Charter schools in Washington 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 Washington?
Both traditional public schools and charter schools in Washington 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 Washington education agency.
Are there virtual charter schools in Washington?
Federal records identify 0 virtual or virtual-with-in-person-options charter schools in Washington. Confirm current learning formats directly with each school.
Does this page rank the best charter schools in Washington?
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.