Every Child Deserves a School that Fits

Finding the school that best fits your child’s needs is the most important part of ensuring they have a good educational future. In Missouri, your choice of school options depends largely on where you live. Check out our guide to what your options are and get tips on how to find the best school!

Whether your child attends a traditional district school, a charter school, or a private school, having good information on the schools' quality is vital to making sure your child is prepared for the future. Strong and transparent performance data is also key to ensuring the educational system is effective and efficient.

When families have educational options, they will be empowered to make a school choice that meets their student’s unique needs. A student’s right to an education should include all high-quality options that will meet their needs, including district, public charter, virtual, and private school options.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CEAM Issues Statement On the Importance of Maintaining Stability for Students andFamilies (JEFFERSON CITY, MISSOURI, April 15, 2026) — Missouri families will continue to have access to MOScholars K–12 scholarships after a Cole County judge declined to end program funding, ensuring students can remain in learning environments that best meet their needs. […]

Choosing the right school for your child is one of the most important decisions a parent makes—but it’s not always a straightforward process. Across Missouri, we see families run into the same challenges again and again. The good news? Most of them are avoidable. Here are five common mistakes—and how to navigate around them: 1. […]

For many years, where a family lived often decided which public school their child could attend. If the local school was not the right fit, parents usually had few other options. Today, many families want more choice. They want schools that meet their children’s needs and help them succeed. Charter schools are one way public […]