Standards & Outcomes
The Charter Bargain
Public charter schools exchange increased autonomy for increased accountability.
Autonomy: Charter schools maintain autonomy with the design and delivery of their programs but must ensure that outcomes meet the standard.
Accountability: Authorizers establish standards, evaluate outcomes, and monitor compliance.
Performance Framework Overview
The IPCSC holds schools accountable to established academic, operational, and financial standards known as the performance framework. Each school is evaluated against this framework annually.
Performance Framework: Academic Outcomes
The academic section of the framework focuses on measurable academic outcomes. It reflects the IPCSC’s commitment to evaluating school performance within the context of each school’s community and student demographics.
Performance Framework: Operational Outcomes
The operational section of the framework includes measures that assess whether schools are operating in compliance with federal and state law, authorizer requirements, and the terms of their performance certificates.
Performance Framework: Financial Outcomes
The financial section of the framework evaluates both the near-term and long-term sustainability of schools. These measures assess the responsible use of public funds and provide insight into each school’s overall financial health.
Annual IPCSC Portfolio Report
The IPCSC Annual Portfolio Report provides a comprehensive overview of charter school performance across Idaho. It summarizes academic, financial, and operational outcomes for each school, offering a transparent look at how schools are meeting the expectations outlined in their performance framework.
