PROPEL CS-MCKEESPORT

Propel CS-McKeesport is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Propel CS-McKeesport school district, located in McKeesport, PA with about 399 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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 25 teachers, Propel CS-McKeesport has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Propel Charter School–McKeesport is a public charter school serving students in the Mon Valley area of Pennsylvania. As part of the broader Propel Schools network, the school operates under the mission of providing high-quality, tuition-free education to underserved communities, emphasizing small class sizes and a rigorous academic curriculum. The McKeesport campus is specifically designed to foster a supportive environment that prioritizes both college and career readiness while maintaining a strong focus on character development and community engagement.

The school is known for its "whole-child" approach, which integrates academic instruction with social-emotional learning and extracurricular opportunities. By focusing on individualized attention and personalized learning plans, Propel McKeesport aims to bridge the achievement gap and ensure that every student, regardless of their background, has the resources to succeed. Through partnerships with families and local community members, the school strives to cultivate a collaborative culture that prepares students to be active, responsible citizens and lifelong learners.

For more information, contact Propel CS-McKeesport at (412) 325-7305 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.