Newark’s Public Charter Schools are Free, Public and Open to All.

There are no entrance exams to get in, and there is no tuition.

Every student is welcome, including:

Those who are learning to speak English
Those who have Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans

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Charter schools are a popular choice for families in Newark

21232

students attend public charter schools in Newark

1

in three children in Newark attends a public charter school

5900

children are on wait lists to attend a Newark charter school

Newark public charter schools are among the best in the nation and might be the right option for your child.

Newark charter school students are outperforming their statewide peers in reading and math
In Newark, six of the top 10 schools for reading and five of the top 10 schools for math are charter schools. Source: 2022 Newark City Study; 2023 Stanford Credo Report

Newark Charter schools are delivering extended learning to give their students more instructional time and attention.

• The average charter school day is 2 hours longer
• Students receive an additional 35 school days compared with students in district schools
• Most charter schools offer after-school enrichment programs

Charter schools are achieving learning gains through high-impact tutoring tailored to family schedules and student needs.

• Newark charter schools deliver in-school tutoring embedded during the school day so parents don’t need to figure out after- and before-school schedules
• Tutoring is targeted to each student’s individual learning needs

Charter school leaders and teachers prioritize families.

Educators and school leaders develop close relationships with families, making sure the school is always accessible to them, including ensuring parents have their teachers' cell phone numbers.

Charter school educators are diverse and reflect the students they serve.

• Newark charter schools prioritize hiring teachers, administrators and staff that mirror the student population and have a cultural appreciation of what’s happening in their lives
• Many charter school alumni return to Newark to work in the classrooms where they grew up after graduating from college

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