LOWER EAST SIDE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL

LOWER EAST SIDE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 1 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 500 students offering grade levels from 10th 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 32 teachers, LOWER EAST SIDE PREPARATORY HIGH 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.

LOWER EAST SIDE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL (LESP) is a unique public secondary school located in the Lower East Side of Manhattan, specifically designed to serve the needs of English Language Learners (ELLs) and recent immigrants. The school is renowned for its inclusive and supportive environment, providing a specialized curriculum that focuses on both academic rigor and language acquisition. By tailoring its instruction to students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, LESP creates a bridge for newcomers to successfully navigate the American education system while working toward their high school diplomas.

Beyond academics, the school is recognized for its strong sense of community and commitment to personal development. LESP offers a variety of extracurricular activities, counseling services, and support programs that address the unique challenges faced by immigrant students, such as cultural adjustment and post-secondary preparation. Through a collaborative effort between faculty, staff, and families, the school aims to empower its students to become confident, bilingual, and globally-minded citizens who are well-prepared for college and career opportunities.

For more information, contact LOWER EAST SIDE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL at (212) 505-6366 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.