Every family deserves a great public school and a fair shot at building a good life in New York.

Great Public Schools NY is a resource for families, educators, and communities to learn about public charter schools across New York State.

Public charter schools are free, open to all, and offer diverse educational approaches designed to meet students’ individual needs. Through research, information, and family stories, we highlight the schools, educators, and communities helping New York students learn and thrive.

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New York’s charter students are already showing what’s possible

Public charter schools expand the number of quality public schools available, especially in communities where options are few and far between.

187,000+

students attend public charter schools across New York.

90%+

of charter students are students of color.

+75

additional days of learning.

Advisory Board

  • Richard Berlin
  • Emma Bloomberg
  • Brett Peiser
  • John Petry
  • Charlene Reid
  • Carrie Schindele
  • Tresha Ward
  • Joseph Polat
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