ESPERANZA PREPATORY ACADEMY

ESPERANZA PREPATORY ACADEMY is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 4 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 564 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th 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, ESPERANZA PREPATORY ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Esperanza Preparatory Academy, located in East Harlem (District 4), is a public secondary school serving students in grades 6 through 12. Committed to fostering academic excellence and social-emotional growth, the school emphasizes a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum designed to prepare students for success in higher education and their future careers. The school is known for its supportive environment, focusing on personalized learning and close relationships between faculty and students to ensure each individual reaches their full potential.

A cornerstone of Esperanza Preparatory Academy’s identity is its dedication to community and bilingualism. The school places a strong emphasis on global citizenship, cultural awareness, and civic engagement, often integrating these themes into their project-based learning initiatives. By blending challenging academic standards with a focus on student voice and leadership development, the academy aims to empower its diverse student body to become active, informed contributors to both their local neighborhood and the broader world.

For more information, contact ESPERANZA PREPATORY ACADEMY at (212) 722-6507 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.