SCHOOLS

Operating Schools

11

Total Enrollment

2,055

Resource

The National Charter School Directory offers complete listings, including school address, program description, and website.

LAW

Grade

D

Rank

30th out of 40 laws

Resource

CER's 2010 point-by-point profile of New Hampshire's charter law looks at approval process, operations, funding, and teacher and student provisions.

EQUITY

Funding

New Hampshire's charter schools receive, on average, $5,000 per pupil, compared to $14,900 for conventional public schools.

Resource

More information on equity issues at Charter School Funding: Following the Money.

ACHIEVEMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY

Test Scores

The state's lack of support for the charter program has undermined its ability to accurately evaluate and fund progress, but there are exceptions that show charter students performing at remarkable levels.

Closures

Due to funding shortfalls, two New Hampshire charters have been closed, and one never opened.

Resource

Accountability Report 2009: Charter Schools: In-depth information about charter achievement and accountability, including state-by-state analyses and closure listings.