PEOPLES PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL

Peoples Preparatory Charter School is a Title I public charter high school with about 383 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 24 teachers, Peoples Preparatory Charter School 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.

Peoples Preparatory Charter School (Peoples Prep), located on Bergen Street in Newark, New Jersey, is a public charter school serving students in grades 9 through 12. Founded on the principle that all students deserve access to a rigorous, college-preparatory education, the school is designed to cultivate academic excellence, civic responsibility, and personal character. Its curriculum is intentionally structured to prepare students not only for admission to competitive four-year colleges and universities but also for long-term success in their professional and personal lives.

The school is defined by a mission-driven culture that emphasizes high expectations and a supportive community environment. By fostering close relationships between faculty and students, Peoples Prep aims to provide the individualized attention necessary to close achievement gaps. Beyond traditional academics, the school places a strong focus on cultivating leadership skills and social-emotional growth, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to contribute positively to the Newark community and the broader world.

For more information, contact Peoples Preparatory Charter School at (973) 622-1790 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.