KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #10 school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 484 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 39 teachers, KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL (KPPA) is a public secondary school located on East Fordham Road in the Bronx, New York. Situated in a vibrant educational corridor, the school operates within the New York City Department of Education system, serving a diverse student population with a focus on preparing young scholars for the demands of higher education and professional life. The school’s name reflects its foundational philosophy: that education serves as a primary vehicle for student empowerment and community advancement.

Academically, the school emphasizes a structured learning environment aimed at fostering critical thinking, literacy, and core academic competencies. Like many international-themed schools in the NYC system, KPPA often prioritizes cultural inclusivity and global awareness, aiming to equip students with the skills necessary to navigate an interconnected world. By balancing rigorous coursework with supportive academic programming, the school strives to bridge the opportunity gap for Bronx youth, encouraging them to view their education as a vital tool for personal agency and long-term success.

For more information, contact KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL at (718) 933-1247 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

500 E FORDHAM RD
BRONX, NY 10458
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KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in BRONX, NY with about 484 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
484
Teachers:
39.01
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 484 students

Hispanic/Latino
64.3%
Black or African American
27.5%
White
3.5%
Asian
2.1%
Two or more races
1.7%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
58.5%
Male
41.5%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.