OPPORTUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL

OPPORTUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the OPPORTUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 411 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 41 teachers, OPPORTUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

OPPORTUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL (OCS), located in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City, is a tuition-free public charter school dedicated to providing a personalized and supportive learning environment for students in grades 6 through 12. Founded with the mission to serve students who may have struggled in traditional academic settings, the school emphasizes a “whole-child” approach. By offering smaller class sizes and integrated support services, OCS aims to help students overcome academic and social barriers, ensuring they are prepared for the rigors of college and the workforce.

The school’s curriculum is designed to balance academic achievement with character development, fostering a culture of high expectations and community responsibility. In addition to core academic subjects, OCS provides extensive enrichment programs, including college counseling, social-emotional learning, and various extracurricular activities. By focusing on individualized instruction and building strong relationships between staff and students, OPPORTUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL strives to bridge the achievement gap and empower its diverse student body to reach their full potential as lifelong learners and active citizens.

For more information, contact OPPORTUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL at (212) 866-6137 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.