For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public charter schools serving 3,936 students in Corpus Christi, TX.
The top-ranked public charter schools in Corpus Christi, TX are Rise Academy, Seashore Learning Center and Seashore Middle Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Corpus Christi, TX public charter schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Texas public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 49% statewide average). Charter schools in Corpus Christi have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public charter school average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Charter Schools in Corpus Christi, TX (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rise Academy
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
207 N Martin Luther King Blvd
Corpus Christi, TX 78408
(806) 744-0438
Corpus Christi, TX 78408
(806) 744-0438
Gr: PK-8 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #22.
Seashore Learning Center
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
15801 S Padre Island Dr
Corpus Christi, TX 78418
(361) 949-1222
Corpus Christi, TX 78418
(361) 949-1222
Gr: K-4 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Seashore Middle Academy
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15437 S Padre Island Dr
Corpus Christi, TX 78418
(361) 654-1134
Corpus Christi, TX 78418
(361) 654-1134
Gr: 5-8 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Sst Corpus Christi
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6633 Evans Rd
Corpus Christi, TX 78413
(361) 851-2450
Corpus Christi, TX 78413
(361) 851-2450
Gr: PK-12 | 2,343 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Promesa College Prep West Corpus Christi
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3102 Baldwin Blvd
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
(361) 400-8293
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
(361) 400-8293
Gr: PK-11 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Corpus Christi Montessori School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
822 Ayers St
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
(361) 852-0707
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
(361) 852-0707
Gr: 1-8 | 139 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #77.
Dr M L Garza-gonzalez Charter School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4129 Greenwood Dr
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 881-9988
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 881-9988
Gr: PK-8 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #88.
Richard Milburn Academy Corpus Christi
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3512 S Staples St
Corpus Christi, TX 78411
(361) 225-4424
Corpus Christi, TX 78411
(361) 225-4424
Gr: 9-12 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Corpus Christi, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Accelerated Learning Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
4129 Greenwood Dr
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 887-7766
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 887-7766
Gr: PK-12
3901 Cliff Crenshaw St
Corpus Christi, TX 78410
(361) 242-5921
Corpus Christi, TX 78410
(361) 242-5921
Gr: PK-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Calallen Charter High School (Closed 2020)
Charter School
4001 Wildcat Dr
Corpus Christi, TX 78410
(361) 242-5626
Corpus Christi, TX 78410
(361) 242-5626
Gr: 12 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
4621 Marie
Corpus Christi, TX 78411
(361) 878-2880
Corpus Christi, TX 78411
(361) 878-2880
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Carl Allen Alternative Discipl (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1101 Villarreal
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 855-1836
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 855-1836
1540 Casa Grande
Corpus Christi, TX 78411
(361) 878-2180
Corpus Christi, TX 78411
(361) 878-2180
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Cesar E Chavez Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
4613 S Padre Island Dr
Corpus Christi, TX 78408
(361) 561-5651
Corpus Christi, TX 78408
(361) 561-5651
Gr: 9-12
924 Winnebago
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
(361) 886-9306
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
(361) 886-9306
Gr: K-5 | 253 students Minority enrollment: 96%
2625 Belton St
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 878-2220
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 878-2220
Gr: PK-5 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
5225 Greely
Corpus Christi, TX 78412
(361) 878-2960
Corpus Christi, TX 78412
(361) 878-2960
Gr: 6-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
1315 Comanche St
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
(361) 878-2240
Corpus Christi, TX 78401
(361) 878-2240
Gr: PK-5 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Gcclr Institute Of Technology Elementary School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
2203 Baldwin Blvd
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 881-9988
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 881-9988
Gr: 9-11 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
3602 Panama Dr
Corpus Christi, TX 78415
(361) 878-2540
Corpus Christi, TX 78415
(361) 878-2540
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
2901 Mcardle
Corpus Christi, TX 78415
(361) 878-1415
Corpus Christi, TX 78415
(361) 878-1415
Gr: PK-5
Mary Grett School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4402 Castenon St
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 878-7960
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 878-7960
Gr: 12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
5241 Kentner St
Corpus Christi, TX 78412
(361) 878-0160
Corpus Christi, TX 78412
(361) 878-0160
Gr: PK-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Nueces Co J J A E P (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
9760 La Branch
Corpus Christi, TX 78460
(361) 903-6400
Corpus Christi, TX 78460
(361) 903-6400
Gr: 9 | 1 student
Nueces County J J A E P Middle School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1252 Lantana St
Corpus Christi, TX 78407
(361) 888-7007
Corpus Christi, TX 78407
(361) 888-7007
Gr: 7 | 1 student
Premier H S Of Corpus Christi (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
212 Mary St
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
(361) 452-3618
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
(361) 452-3618
Gr: 6-12
1945 Gollihar
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 878-2680
Corpus Christi, TX 78416
(361) 878-2680
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
844 Virginia
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
(361) 886-9343
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
(361) 886-9343
Gr: PK-5 | 362 students Minority enrollment: 96%
3001 Mcardle
Corpus Christi, TX 78415
(361) 878-4720
Corpus Christi, TX 78415
(361) 878-4720
Gr: 6-8 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Teenage Mothers School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
3109 Carver
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
(361) 886-9372
Corpus Christi, TX 78405
(361) 886-9372
Gr: 6-12 | 50 students Minority enrollment: 88%
1110 Woodlawn Dr
Corpus Christi, TX 78411
(361) 878-2900
Corpus Christi, TX 78411
(361) 878-2900
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
1707 Ayers
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
(361) 878-4750
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
(361) 878-4750
Gr: 6-8 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in Corpus Christi, TX?
The top-ranked public charter schools in Corpus Christi, TX include Rise Academy, Seashore Learning Center and Seashore Middle Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in Corpus Christi?
8 public charter schools are located in Corpus Christi.
What is the racial composition of students in Corpus Christi?
Corpus Christi public charter schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public charter schools average of 88% (majority Hispanic).
Which public charter schools in Corpus Christi are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public charter schools in Corpus Christi include: Rise Academy vs. Seashore Learning Center, Promesa College Prep West Corpus Christi vs. Corpus Christi Montessori School, Richard Milburn Academy Corpus Christi vs. Corpus Christi Montessori School
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