UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN

UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN school district, located in ROCHESTER, NY with about 374 students offering grade levels from 7th 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, UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN (UPREP), located in Rochester, New York, is a specialized charter school dedicated to providing a rigorous academic environment exclusively for young men in grades 7–12. The school’s core mission is to prepare its students for success in four-year colleges and universities. By emphasizing high academic standards, leadership development, and character building, UPREP seeks to close the achievement gap and empower young men—many of whom come from underrepresented communities—to become purposeful, contributing members of society.

The school is noted for its structured and supportive educational model, which focuses on college readiness, critical thinking, and personal discipline. Beyond the traditional curriculum, UPREP integrates a strong emphasis on mentorship and community involvement, encouraging students to take ownership of their education and their future pathways. Through its commitment to a "college-bound" culture, the institution provides a unique academic setting tailored to address the specific developmental and educational needs of its male student body, aiming to ensure that every graduate is equipped with the tools necessary for higher education and professional life.

For more information, contact UNIVERSITY PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR YOUNG MEN at (585) 672-1280 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.