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Experience Atlas
We look forward to sharing more about Atlas with you! If you are a St. Louis City resident seeking a well-rounded education in a fun and joyful environment, consider becoming an Atlas family! Atlas is a public charter school in the City of St. Louis. It is free and open to all students who reside in the City of St. Louis. Please note that PreK has both free spots for families who qualify and tuition-based spots.
For the current school year, Atlas is on a waitlist for all grades PK through 5th grade. You are welcome to apply through the SchoolAppSTL site for a position on the waitlist. Seats may become available during the school year, and we will promptly contact waitlist families should any openings arise. For 2026-27 admissions information, please see below.
2026-27 Admissions Information
Atlas is growing to 6th grade for the 2026-27 school year! Weekday tours for those families interested in PK-6th grade at Atlas for the 2026-27 school year, are now available for booking! If you'd like to learn more about Atlas or want to sign up for a tour, use this form.
For the 2026-27 school year, cutoff dates are as follows:
PreK: Must be 4 on or by 7/31/2026 (Please note, some PreK seats are tuition-based, dependent on family income)
Kindergarten: Must be 5 on or by 7/31/2026
Admissions Process for 2026-27
Atlas will again partner with other St. Louis charter schools and organizations to simplify the admissions process and make it easier for you. The SchoolAppSTL site allows families to apply to one or multiple charter schools using the same easy form. On average, the application takes just three minutes to complete! Families can receive offers from multiple schools, but ultimately can only select one school.For the 2026-27 school year, cutoff dates are as follows:
PreK: Must turn 4 on or by 7/31/2026
Kindergarten: Must turn 5 on or by 7/31/2026
STEP 1: Apply
STEP 2: Lottery
STEP 3: Registration Process for 2026-27
STEP 4: Connect With an Atlas Team Member
Further Questions? Contact Us!
Please email [email protected] or call (314) 377-0090.