What works for one family doesn’t always work for another — and every child is unique!
By having options, Rochester families can find the K-12 school that best meets their child’s needs.
School choice provides a pathway for students to find the right learning environment to be inspired, successful, and happy. That’s why school choice is so important.
Access to School Choice in Rochester
GoodSchoolsRoc wants every child to have access to a free, quality public school. Knowing your options is the first step.
We provide tools that empower Rochester families. While more than 8,000 students are enrolled in Rochester charter schools, still many parents don’t know there are 14 charter schools with 27 Rochester locations. Charter schools are public schools and provide options for families who want a choice in their child’s education.
Parents know their children best and our goal is to help them get all the information they need to select the K-12 option that is the best fit for their family. We provide school summary information as well as stats and links from the schools and NYS Department of Education. We don’t advocate for one school or model over another—that’s your choice!
GoodSchoolsRoc has all the Rochester charter school information you need in one place. You can learn about Rochester charter schools, then apply to as many as you want with one simple application.
Why Choose a Charter School?
Download the School Selection Booklet
for information about Rochester Charter SchoolsResources for Parents
Parent Dashboard
For parents who want to research their child’s school and learn more about student achievement, the New York State Education Department has made available a Parent Dashboard. The Parent Dashboard offers information on all public schools, including charter schools.
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