Iowa Coalition for Public Charter Schools

Stanford CREDO Study

As a Matter of Fact: The National Charter School Study III 2023 (NCSSIII) is the third national study completed by CREDO evaluating the academic progress of students enrolled in charter schools across the US.

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Charter School News

Horizon Science Academy in Des Moines was awarded a federal Charter Schools Program (CSP) Grant by the United States Department of Education. They will receive more than $1.7 million over a five-year period to continue the great work they have started in the Beaverdale neighborhood of Des Moines.

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5 New Public Charter Schools to Launch in Iowa

Multiple nationally recognized charter operators are entering Iowa, including Oakmont Education who was recently named a finalist for the YASS Prize.

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About Us

The Iowa Coalition is the statewide association responsible for launching and supporting public charter schools in Iowa.

Facts & Research

Find accurate information about public charter schools and how they are improving educational outcomes for students across America.

Advocacy

Find the legislative priorities of the Iowa Coalition and tools to help you advocate for bolstering support of public charter schools in Iowa.

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45

States & DC have charter schools

3.7

Million students attend charter schools

7,800

Charter schools nationwide

5

public charter schools

400

Over 400 students served

- 30 %

Receiving almost 30% less money than traditional public-school districts

Meet the team

Mike Huguelet

Mike is proud to champion the public charter school movement and open high-performing schools across Iowa. He invites you to join the Iowa Coalition as we work to improve educational outcomes for our most precious citizens, our children.

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Mark Jacobs

Mark has a long track record of leadership in civic and social issues, especially public education. Mark currently serves as the Board Chair for the Iowa Coalition.

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