PROPEL CS - HAZELWOOD

Propel CS - Hazelwood is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the Propel CS-Hazelwood school district, located in Pittsburgh, PA with about 297 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 17 teachers, Propel CS - Hazelwood has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 – Hazelwood is a tuition-free public charter school located in the Hazelwood neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As part of the broader Propel Schools network, the Hazelwood campus is dedicated to providing high-quality educational opportunities to students in the local community. The school emphasizes a rigorous academic curriculum designed to prepare students for success in middle school, high school, and beyond, while fostering a supportive environment that values community involvement and personal growth.

The school is characterized by a mission to close the achievement gap and ensure that all students, regardless of their background, have access to a transformative education. By utilizing a "whole-child" approach, Propel Hazelwood integrates traditional academic instruction with character development and social-emotional learning. The campus serves as a central hub for neighborhood families, focusing on building strong partnerships between educators, students, and parents to create a collaborative and safe learning atmosphere.

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