charter school

noun

: a tax-supported school established by a charter between a granting body (such as a school board) and an outside group (as of teachers and parents) which operates the school without most local and state educational regulations so as to achieve set goals

Examples of charter school in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In Miami-Dade, Black students make up a smaller share of charter school enrollment than of enrollment in district-run schools; same with students eligible for free or reduced lunch. — Austin Horn, Miami Herald, 22 Aug. 2026

The charter school ranked among the top elementary, middle and high schools across the county. — Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 21 Aug. 2026

Declining enrollment and other education options, such as charter schools, led the school to close in 2021. — Emily Holshouser august 21, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Aug. 2026

The litigation, filed on behalf of holders of charter school revenue bonds issued by the California School Finance Authority, led to the appointment of a receiver to find a buyer for the property. — George Avalos, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1988, in the meaning defined above

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Kids Definition

charter school

noun

: a tax-supported school set up by a charter between an official body (as a state government) and an outside group (as of educators and businesses) to achieve set goals