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Accel Academy
Alabama's first tuition-free public charter school serves high school students in grades 6-12. ACCEL provides a challenging college-preparatory curriculum, individualized instruction, small class sizes, and engaging use of technology in a safe, supportive environment to ensure students graduate college and career ready.
LOCATION
GRADES
SIZE
YEAR OPENED
SCHOOL GRADE
6-12
Mobile
400
2017
N/A
Alabama Aerospace & Aviation High School
AAHS provides students in Bessemer with an outstanding high school education while leaning on robust industry partnerships to offer clearly defined pathways for students to enter aviation and aerospace careers.
LOCATION
GRADES
SIZE
YEAR OPENED
SCHOOL GRADE
9-12
Bessemer
150
2022
N/A
Bellingrath Middle
With the support of the Montgomery Education Foundation (MEF) and Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA), Nixon Elementary works together with parents and the community to improve the educational outcomes of scholars and neighborhood families. Nixon exists to serve the local community and create a safe and thriving space for scholars to feel loved, empowered, and encouraged through quality education.
LOCATION
GRADES
SIZE
YEAR OPENED
SCHOOL GRADE
6-8
Montgomery
500
2022
N/A
Breakthrough Charter School
Serving students in Perry County, Breakthrough Charter School is preparing students for success as citizens and leaders by providing a rigorous, service-oriented, and project-based public school that supports the social-emotional development of each individual child.
LOCATION
GRADES
SIZE
YEAR OPENED
SCHOOL GRADE
K-8
Perry County
135
2021
N/A
Davis Elementary
With the support of the Montgomery Education Foundation (MEF) and Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA), Davis Elementary works together with parents and the community to improve the educational outcomes of scholars and neighborhood families. Davis exists to serve the local community and create a safe and thriving space for scholars to feel loved, empowered, and encouraged through quality education.
LOCATION
GRADES
SIZE
YEAR OPENED
SCHOOL GRADE
K-5
Montgomery
499
2021
N/A
Empower Community School
Empower takes a personalized approach to learning to support the academic, social, and emotional development of each scholar and prepares them to excel in every endeavor with the courage and ability to advocate for themselves and their community.
LOCATION
GRADES
SIZE
YEAR OPENED
SCHOOL GRADE
K-8
Bessemer
150
2022
N/A
i3 Academy
Modeled after Purpose Built Communities, Birmingham's second charter school is a centerpiece to the broader Woodlawn community re-development effort. The school emphasizes innovation through an academic model centered on STEAM education and project-based learning.
LOCATION
GRADES
SIZE
YEAR OPENED
SCHOOL GRADE
K-5
Birmingham
420
2020
N/A
LEAD Academy
LEAD Academy is Montgomery's first charter school. With a curriculum focusing on Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Math, the school offers a comprehensive educational experience beginning with grades K-5.
LOCATION
GRADES
SIZE
YEAR OPENED
SCHOOL GRADE
K-5
Montgomery
360
2019
N/A
Legacy Prep
Legacy Prep, Birmingham's first charter school, serves grades K through 3, adding one grade per year until the school reaches PreK-12. It is located at the Daniel Payne Community Center in the former Daniel Payne Middle School building.
LOCATION
GRADES
SIZE
YEAR OPENED
SCHOOL GRADE
K-3
Birmingham
150
2019
N/A
Life Academy
LIFE Academy prepares all students, grades K-8, for a successful future in college, trades, and entrepreneurship. With a culturally relevant and equitable lens, LIFE Academy serves both students and families.
LOCATION
GRADES
SIZE
YEAR OPENED
SCHOOL GRADE
K-8
Montgomery
205
2021
N/A
Magic City Acceptance
The Magic City Acceptance Academy (MCAA) facilitates a community in which all learners are empowered to embrace education, achieve individual success and take ownership of their future in a brave, LGBTQ-affirming learning environment.
LOCATION
GRADES
SIZE
YEAR OPENED
SCHOOL GRADE
6-12
Homewood
230
2021
N/A
Nixon Elementary
With the support of the Montgomery Education Foundation (MEF) and Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA), Nixon Elementary works together with parents and the community to improve the educational outcomes of scholars and neighborhood families. Nixon exists to serve the local community and create a safe and thriving space for scholars to feel loved, empowered, and encouraged through quality education.
LOCATION
GRADES
SIZE
YEAR OPENED
SCHOOL GRADE
K-5
Montgomery
500
2022
N/A
University Charter School
University Charter School is a public charter school serving grades Pre-K through 9, adding one grade per year until we become PK-12. It is located on the campus of the University of West Alabama, a rural institution of higher education dedicated to meeting the educational needs of West Alabama.
LOCATION
GRADES
SIZE
YEAR OPENED
SCHOOL GRADE
PK-9
Livingston
410
2018
N/A