HARAMBEE INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE AND TECHNO

Harambee Institute of Science and Techno is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Harambee Institute of Science and Technology CS school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 537 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 24 teachers, Harambee Institute of Science and Techno has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. 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 Harambee Institute of Science and Technology, located in the West Philadelphia neighborhood of Haddington, is a public charter school that serves students in grades K through 8. Rooted in the philosophy of "Harambee"—a Swahili term meaning "all pull together"—the school emphasizes a communal approach to education, aiming to foster academic excellence while instilling a strong sense of cultural identity and social responsibility within its student body.

The school’s curriculum is distinctively focused on integrating a robust academic program with an emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). By providing a structured learning environment that prioritizes hands-on engagement and critical thinking, the institute seeks to prepare its students for the demands of secondary education and beyond. Beyond its academic goals, the Harambee Institute is deeply committed to the holistic development of its students, often incorporating character-building initiatives and community service into the school experience to ensure that graduates are well-rounded and civically minded individuals.

For more information, contact Harambee Institute of Science and Techno at (215) 472-8770 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.