GIRLS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF NEW YORK

GIRLS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF NEW YORK is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the GIRLS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF NEW YORK school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 653 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 54 teachers, GIRLS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF NEW YORK has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

The GIRLS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF NEW YORK (GPCSNY), located on the Lower East Side of Manhattan, is a tuition-free public charter school dedicated to providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education specifically for young girls. The school operates on the belief that single-sex education creates a unique, focused environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally without the traditional distractions or gender-based stereotypes found in co-educational settings. Its curriculum is designed to cultivate intellectual curiosity and strong character, preparing students for success in high-performing secondary schools and beyond.

The school places a significant emphasis on high academic standards, strong leadership, and community responsibility. By fostering a culture of sisterhood and high expectations, GPCSNY aims to bridge the achievement gap and empower its students to become confident, civic-minded leaders. The Lower East Side elementary campus integrates a comprehensive core curriculum with enrichment programs, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education that develops both their academic mastery and their personal development within a supportive and structured school community.

For more information, contact GIRLS PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL OF NEW YORK at (212) 388-0241 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.