Charter, Private & Alternative Schools
Syracuse & Onondaga County Education Options
Charter, Private & Alternative Schools in Syracuse & Onondaga County
In addition to public school districts, the Syracuse area offers many charter schools, private/religious schools, and alternative education options. These can be good choices for families seeking smaller class sizes, specialized programs, religious education, or unique learning environments.
Charter Schools
Southside Academy Charter School
2200 Onondaga Creek Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13205
(315) 476-3019
Charter school focused on academics and community engagement.
Syracuse Academy of Science – High School Campus
1001 Park Ave, Syracuse, NY 13204
(315) 428-8997
Charter high school with strong STEM focus.
Syracuse Academy of Science – Middle School Campus
200 W High Terrace, Syracuse, NY 13204
(315) 487-5986
Charter middle school emphasizing science and academics.
Syracuse Academy of Science – Elementary School Campus
4837 S Salina St, Syracuse, NY 13205
(315) 469-9404
Charter elementary school with strong foundational education.
OnTECH Charter High School
810 Willis Ave, Syracuse, NY 13204
(315) 396-0558
Project-based charter high school with focus on technology and career readiness.
Private & Religious Schools
Faith Heritage School
3740 Midland Ave, Syracuse, NY 13205
(315) 469-7777
Christian private school serving PreK–12.
Christian Brothers Academy
6245 Randall Rd, Syracuse, NY 13214
(315) 446-5960
Private Catholic college-preparatory school for boys (grades 6–12).
Manlius Pebble Hill School
5300 Jamesville Rd, Syracuse, NY 13214
(315) 446-2452
Independent co-ed day school (PreK–12) known for strong academics.
Living Word Academy
6101 Court Street Rd, Syracuse, NY 13206
(315) 437-6744
Christian private school with a biblical worldview.
Ihsan School of Excellence
1406 Park St, Syracuse, NY 13208
(315) 472-5040
Islamic school - we are pleased that you are considering Ihsan School of Excellence, Syracuse’s only full-time, private Islamic school serving Preschool to 8th Grade.
Most Holy Rosary School
1031 Bellevue Ave, Syracuse, NY 13204
(315) 476-6035
One of Syracuse’s most coveted Catholic Elementary School serving grades Pre-K 3 through 6 for over 100 Years!
Parkview Junior Academy
412 S Avery Ave, Syracuse, NY 13204
(315) 468-0117
Seventh-day Adventist Christian school. Parkview Junior Academy is a private school for students in grades K-9.
Baldwinsville Christian Academy
Baldwinsville, NY
(315) 638-1069
Christian school serving the Baldwinsville area. K-12 & Homeschool Cooperative nestled outside Syracuse, NY providing families faith in their child's future.
Montessori & Alternative Options
Montessori School of Syracuse
155 Waldorf Pkwy, Syracuse, NY 13214
(315) 449-9033
Founded in 1995, Private Montessori School of Syracuse (MSS) serves students from ages 3 through 12, providing educational experience learning.
Peaceful Schools at Intrepid Lane Training Center
161 Intrepid Ln, Syracuse, NY 13205
(315) 558-4219
Educational consultant and training center focused on peaceful education models.
Eagle Wings Academy
3740 Midland Ave, Syracuse, NY
(315) 396-0024
Ministry of Education focused school. Eagle Wings Academy started in 2008 as a tuition-free private Christian school educating Syracuse children in grades K-8.