Charter Schools FAQs
The first charter school was founded in 1992 and since then their success has brought them to nearly every state in the country.
Wyoming Charters By The Numbers
- Charter Students
- 900
- Schools & Campuses
- 8
- At Every Charter School
- $0 Tuition
Frequently Asked Questions
Charter schools are public schools, free and open to all. In exchange for increased flexibility to customize their curriculum and teaching methods, charter schools must meet rigorous standards outlined in their charter and be accountable to these metrics by their authorizer to remain open. And, more importantly, charter schools are held accountable to the families and communities they serve.
Still have questions. Get in touch.What sets them apart from other public schools.
Charter schools consistently out perform their zoned public school peers because of their ability to manage innovation and demand accountability.
Capabilities
A public school? Free and open to all.
Accountable to state and national standards?
Accountable to parents?
School can act autonomously in the interest of the students and community.
How is admission determined?
School can be closed for poor performance?
Tailored and focused academic programs? Such as STEM, College Prep, and Foreign Languages.
Offer Free-Reduced Lunch Programs and other forms of assistance?
Support students with disabilities and special needs?