This brings the total number of new charter schools approved in the last year to 33 — a 33 % increase. (ncpolicywatch.com)
Among states with the largest number of new charter schools opening this school year, California topped the list with 89, bringing the Golden State's total to 452. (edweek.org)
California Charter Schools Showing Greater Student Achievement Gains; Positive Results Come in Midst of Strong Increase in Number of New Charter Schools SACRAMENTO — California's public charter schools are making greater student achievement gains compared to their non-charter counterparts, according to an analysis of the 2004 Academic Performance Index (API) released last week. (wacharterschools.org)