GEORGE GERVIN PREP ACADEMY
George Gervin Prep Academy is a public charter elementary school that is part of the George Gervin Youth Center Inc. (90884) school district, located in Phoenix, AZ with about 212 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade.
George Gervin Prep Academy, located on East Southern Avenue in Phoenix, is a public charter school that serves students in grades K–8. Founded on the principles of the George Gervin Youth Center, the academy emphasizes a holistic approach to education that prioritizes academic excellence alongside character development and social responsibility. The school aims to create a supportive, community-focused environment that empowers students to reach their full potential, often serving families in the surrounding South Phoenix area who are looking for a personalized and structured learning atmosphere.
The academy is known for its commitment to small class sizes and individualized instruction, which allows teachers to tailor their approach to meet the diverse needs of their students. Beyond the core curriculum of math, science, reading, and writing, the school integrates enrichment programs designed to foster creativity, critical thinking, and civic engagement. By bridging the gap between traditional academics and real-world skills, George Gervin Prep Academy strives to prepare its students not only for success in high school but also for long-term growth as contributing members of their community.
For more information, contact George Gervin Prep Academy at (480) 219-2121 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(480) 219-2121
GEORGE GERVIN PREP ACADEMY is a public Charter school in Phoenix, AZ with about 212 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
Arizona State Board for Charter Schools - District:
- George Gervin Youth Center Inc. (90884)
- Total Students:
- 212
- Teachers:
- 0
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 212 students
- Black or African American
- 49.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 42.0%
- Two or more races
- 3.3%
- White
- 2.8%
- Asian
- 0.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.5%
- Female
- 44.8%
- Male
- 55.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.