2024 Best Charter Elementary Schools in the Dallas-Fort Worth Area

• Westlake, TX•

• Public School•

• K-12

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  Rating 3.68 out of 5  129 reviews

Parent: This school is a great fit for my kids but it’s not for everyone. In our experience the academic aspect is very strong. I like that the teachers don’t just teach to the staar like surrounding districts. However, it appears most teachers are still covering the staar material as 2 of my kids received perfect scores on the math and reading staar several times. The sports and extracurricular activities are limited compared to surrounding districts but most people who choose this school are aware of this and don’t expect the same. We actually prefer the low-key aspect of the sports since it allows kids the opportunity to be on their school team in sports they might not have a lot of prior experience in. Most the teachers and administrators have been very responsive when I have a concern. It seems some people who have issues don’t really research what the IB curriculum is actually like or what sports and extracurricular programs are offered before choosing to send kids here. Surprising.... Read 129 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 877

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Mckinney, TX•

• Public School•

• K-12

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  Rating 3.67 out of 5  57 reviews

Senior: Imagine International Academy of North Texas has been a pivotal part of my academic journey as a senior student. This school excels in cultivating a global perspective, promoting tolerance, and embracing diversity. The faculty's dedication and passion for their subjects have consistently pushed me to achieve my best, and the small class sizes allow for personalized guidance. The school, however, is not without fault. The number of extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports is lacking, especially compared to other schools. Furthermore, despite the school's best efforts, the overall school spirit and community are not at the level they should be. Despite these challenges, my time at Imagine International Academy has been invaluable in preparing me for my future. Addressing workload and facilities, along with a proactive approach to inclusivity, would make it an even more exceptional place for students to thrive.... Read 57 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,386

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Universal Academy, TX•

• PK, K-12

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  Rating 4.84 out of 5  189 reviews

Parent: The outdoor spaces are among the most beautiful I've seen, with plenty of equipment and services for the kids to enjoy. Throughout the year, there are numerous activities to choose from. The children are always having a terrific time. The best decision I ever made was switching schools and bringing my child here!... Read 189 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 1,329

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Arlington Classics Academy, TX•

• K-2

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  Rating 5 out of 5  5 reviews

Parent: The school truly partners with parents in the kids' education. We love the performance of our kids in their school, they continue to excel beyond what they would have in a public school. We have 2 children that went through a TX public school through to graduation and elected to put our youngest two in this school from Kinder and the younger two a miles ahead and mastering content, not just getting through.... Read 5 reviews

• grade A+

• Students 514

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Texas College Preparatory Academies, TX•

• K-6

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  Rating 3.33 out of 5  85 reviews

Senior: I liked that I have the opportunity to graduate and complete my Medical Assistant Program and be a certified Medical Assistant when I graduate high school. The schedule is flexible, the class sizes are small.... Read 85 reviews

• grade A

• Students 101

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Texas College Preparatory Academies, TX•

• K-12

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  Rating 4.27 out of 5  51 reviews

Senior: Being at FCA as a Venezuelan student has been such a great experience! I thought that everything would be very complicated as there is a significant language barrier between English and Spanish. However, the teachers, students and staff provided me with so much help that it touches me. I have never in my life met so many people willing to help you at any time you need it. It is simply fascinating, they are like angels in my life. The FCA is a united family that helps each other regardless of nationalities or languages, we are all together for everyone.... Read 51 reviews

• grade A

• Students 932

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Grand Prairie Independent School District, TX•

• 1-8

• grade A

• Students 128

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Texas College Preparatory Academies, TX•

• K-11

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  Rating 4.86 out of 5  7 reviews

Senior: Founders Classical Academy of Frisco, or FCAF, provides a classical education and promote free thinking, which is necessary in the world we live in today. This school encourages students to question the topics brought to them and truly comprehend the material they learn. Furthermore, in limiting the class size to 75, FCAF ensures that each student has an opportunity to construct meaningful relationships with fellow students as well as the teachers. This school stands out among others as it expects the highest quality of work while understanding the student's circumstances and abilities.... Read 7 reviews

• grade A

• Students 874

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Carrollton, TX•

• Public School•

• K-11

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  Rating 3.5 out of 5  4 reviews

Middle school student: I’m Peyton a past student at trivium. I absolutely loved trivium it has been my favorite school. I love all of my teachers especially my band teacher, he was funny. I loved how much freedom we had, like 0 hour that was really fun and that was a good idea.I liked how small it was but it still felt big. There wasn’t that much drama like you would have in a normal school. And the sports….. the sports in my opinion were awesome. In volleyball we were first seat in our district without losing a single game, and then we made it All the way to the semifinals. Track was amazingly too I loved my coaches and how hard they pushed us. At trivium it was really easy to make all A’s. The only reason we left it because trivium isn’t necessarily behind in academic’s it was that it didn’t really push you like a college prep school would. But I agree no homework Is amazing. Over all I enjoyed my time here.... Read 4 reviews

• grade A

• Students 553

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Texas College Preparatory Academies, TX•

• K-5

• grade A

• Students 368

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Arlington Classics Academy, TX•

• 3-5

• grade A

• Students 518

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Fort Worth Academy of Fine Arts, TX•

• 3-6

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  Rating 5 out of 5  7 reviews

Parent: We started last year in 3rd grade and it has been the best decision I have made for my son to date. The atmosphere and comorodery of the staff and students is second to none. I can not express in words the dedication the teachers have for these students.... Read 7 reviews

• grade A

• Students 255

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Plano, TX•

• Public School•

• K-5

• grade A

• Students 146

• Student-teacher ratio 8:1

• Texas College Preparatory Academies, TX•

• K-6

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  Rating 4 out of 5  8 reviews

Senior: I enjoyed the classical curriculum, learning Latin. I connected well with the whole senior class of 2023, and enjoyed learning alongside each and everyone of them everyday. It has been the best four years of my educational life. I particularly enjoyed the small class sizes as the teachers had more time and resources allocated to each student. Teachers were very knowledgeable and approachable, have a world of knowledge on various topics. I also liked the diverse backgrounds of students from all walks of life who provided a rich learning environment to the school. The only change I’d like to see is for them to include more extracurricular activities in the form of sports or interscholastic competitions.... Read 8 reviews

• grade A

• Students 510

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Great Hearts Academy - Texas, TX•

• K-5

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  Rating 4.27 out of 5  11 reviews

Parent: This school does not teach to the test yet its scholars consistently excel at the Texas STAAR test. Students are taught to think critically, starting in 9th grade they have seminar style classes where well constructed and fact based arguments are encouraged and developed. The approach to math is called Singapore math, and students are taught to look at problems in a playful way where there is not only one way to get at the right answer. Manipulating numbers, manipulating the word problem, and drawing charts to understand what calculation to do next. If I had been taught that way I would have LOVED math! My daughter has thrived there since 3d grade!... Read 11 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 747

• Student-teacher ratio 23:1

• Texas College Preparatory Academies, TX•

• K-5

• grade A minus

• Students 192

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Leadership Prep School, TX•

• K-4

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  Rating 3.86 out of 5  7 reviews

Junior: As a small school in the big world that is Frisco, Leadership Prep School offers the chance for close threaded friendships and one on one tutoring and teaching. Our school's overall environment is leadership based, meaning everything we do and say is on a leadership mind. On top of our Project Based Learning (PBL), which focuses on learning through real-life scenarios, our school continuously teaches us strong habits to develop leadership skills through community service, virtues, and a dedicated school organization built by the students to ensure a positive environment.... Read 7 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 498

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Great Hearts Academy - Texas, TX•

• K-7

• grade A minus

• Students 909

• Student-teacher ratio 27:1

• Pioneer Technology & Arts Academy, TX•

• K-10

• grade A minus

• Students 264

• Student-teacher ratio 10:1

• Uplift Education, TX•

• K-5

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  Rating 5 out of 5  2 reviews

Sophomore: Great place for primary development; middle-school ready by the end of 5th Grade (especially with IB projects such as PYP Exhibition). The school is very inclusive and helps celebrate a variety of cultures, heritages, and ideas. Primary children were never in danger because of the close contact with the Irving Police (merely a few streets away). Uplift North Hills Preparatory Primary School is a great place for children to grow up and develop into college-ready scholars.... Read 2 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 563

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Edgecliff Village, TX•

• Public School•

• K-5

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  Rating 4 out of 5  5 reviews

Parent: Texas School of the Arts has helped mold my daughters into talented, educated, and thoughtful young ladies. The teachers, faculty, and administrators take time to get to know each and every child on a personal level (knowing each one on a first name basis) which has made such a huge impact on their education. The fine arts teachers are top notch and the opportunities that they are given to perform are unlike any other around the DFW area. We are so proud to be part of the TeSA family!... Read 5 reviews

• grade A minus

• Students 293

• Student-teacher ratio 11:1

• Golden Rule Charter School, TX•

• PK, K-4

• grade A minus

• Students 99

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Harmony Public Schools - North Texas, TX•

• K-5

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  Rating 4.67 out of 5  18 reviews

Parent: beautiful moments that will remain engraved in our memories. They are our future. Everything was beautiful, seeing our children complete a very important stage for them, also seeing them parade and seeing the achievements made during their school year was fantastic.... Read 18 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 652

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Nova Academy, TX•

• PK, K-6

• grade B+

• Students 116

• Student-teacher ratio 12:1

• North Texas Collegiate Academy, TX•

• PK, K-8

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  Rating 4.81 out of 5  32 reviews

Parent: North Texas Collegiate Academy-North Campus is an excellent college preparatory school for high school students. The academic programs are rigorous and challenging, but the teachers are supportive and always willing to help. The school has a strong focus on STEM education, which is great for students interested in pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, and math. One of the things I appreciate about North Texas Collegiate Academy-North Campus is the emphasis on community service and volunteering. The school encourages students to get involved in their local community and make a difference. This not only helps students develop important life skills, but it also instills a sense of responsibility and empathy. Overall, I highly recommend the school to any student looking for a challenging and rewarding academic experience. The school provides a supportive and engaging environment that helps students succeed both academically and personally.... Read 32 reviews

• grade B+

• Students 209

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1