ANTONIA PANTOJA COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL

Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Antonia Pantoja Community CS school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 697 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 49 teachers, Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School (APCCS), located in the Hunting Park neighborhood of Philadelphia, is a K-8 public charter school that emphasizes a blend of rigorous academic standards and cultural enrichment. Named after the celebrated Puerto Rican educator and civil rights activist Dr. Antonia Pantoja, the school is deeply rooted in the values of community service, social responsibility, and the celebration of diverse cultural identities. The school aims to provide a supportive learning environment that prepares students not only for high school success but also to become active, engaged citizens who contribute positively to their neighborhoods.

The school’s curriculum is designed to foster both intellectual and personal growth, focusing on core subjects while integrating character development and bilingual awareness. By fostering a close-knit community atmosphere, APCCS encourages strong partnerships between students, families, and staff, often prioritizing hands-on learning and programs that reflect the specific needs of the local North Philadelphia community. Through its commitment to the "Pantoja" legacy, the school strives to empower its diverse student body by emphasizing academic excellence, leadership, and the belief that education is a powerful tool for community transformation.

For more information, contact Antonia Pantoja Community Charter School at (215) 455-1300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.