KIPP DUBOIS CHARTER SCHOOL

KIPP DuBois Charter School is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the KIPP DuBois CS school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 525 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 36 teachers, KIPP DuBois Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

KIPP DuBois Charter School (KDCA) is a public charter middle school located in the Parkside neighborhood of West Philadelphia. As part of the KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) Philadelphia network, the school operates on the organization’s core philosophy that high-quality education, combined with a strong character-based curriculum, is essential for preparing students to succeed in college and beyond. The school serves students in grades 5 through 8, maintaining a rigorous academic culture that emphasizes personalized learning, data-driven instruction, and a structured environment designed to foster both intellectual and social-emotional growth.

Beyond academics, KIPP DuBois places a heavy emphasis on community engagement and the "whole child" approach. The school aims to create a supportive community where students are encouraged to demonstrate "KIPP character strengths"—such as grit, curiosity, and optimism—in their daily lives. By providing small class sizes, extended school hours, and dedicated support systems, KDCA seeks to bridge the achievement gap for students in Philadelphia, equipping them with the tools and mindsets necessary to navigate the challenges of high school and pursue professional success in the future.

For more information, contact KIPP DuBois Charter School at (215) 307-3465 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.