New York City Charter School Center

Harlem Charter Schools' Success Force District School Principals to Step It Up

Harlem principals at traditional public schools are making a concerted effort to attract and retain students, while local charter schools see rise in number of applications.

New York Named a Finalist in Round 1 of Race to the Top

New York is one of 16 finalists to be named in Round One of the Race to the Top federal grant competition.

Charter Schools Receive Less Per Pupil Funding Than Traditional Public Schools

A New York City Independent Budget Office (IBO) report finds charter schools receive less per pupil funding than district schools.

27 New Charter Schools to Open

As the demand for charter schools grow, so must the supply! This fall, 27 new charter schools across all five boroughs will start serving NYC public school children. Presently, they are accepting applications for enrollment. If schools are over-subscribed lotteries will be held in April.