Charter schools are unique public schools that are allowed the freedom to be more innovative while being held accountable for advancing student achievement.
- Charter schools are public schools
- Charter schools do not charge tuition
- Charter schools do not have special entrance requirements
- Charter schools are bound by federal and state public school laws
- Charter schools do not discriminate
- Charter schools accept students with disabilities and/or special needs
- Charter schools do not teach religion
- Charter school teachers must be "highly qualified" under the No Child Left Behind Act.