KIPP: COOPER NORCROSS A NEW JERSEY NONPROFIT CORPORATION

KIPP: Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation is a public elementary school that is part of the KIPP: Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation school district, located in Camden, NJ with about 1,120 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 57 teachers, KIPP: Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

KIPP: Cooper Norcross Academy, located at 525 Clinton Street in Camden, New Jersey, is a public charter school that serves as a cornerstone of the KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network in the region. As a nonprofit organization, the school is deeply integrated into the Camden community, operating with a mission to prepare students in under-resourced areas for success in college and beyond. By providing a rigorous academic curriculum combined with a focus on character development and student leadership, the academy aims to bridge the educational achievement gap and empower its students to become self-sufficient, responsible citizens.

The school is noted for its high-expectations culture, which includes longer school days and a structured learning environment designed to provide more time for mastery of core subjects like literacy and mathematics. Beyond traditional academics, KIPP: Cooper Norcross emphasizes the "KIPP Through College" philosophy, offering ongoing support to students as they navigate the transition from primary school to higher education. By fostering a strong partnership between educators, families, and the broader Camden community, the school works to ensure that every student has the tools, habits, and mindset necessary to excel in a competitive global landscape.

For more information, contact KIPP: Cooper Norcross A New Jersey Nonprofit Corporation at (973) 622-0905 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.