RICHARD ALLEN PREPARATORY CS

Richard Allen Preparatory CS is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Richard Allen Preparatory CS school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 479 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 9th 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 24 teachers, Richard Allen Preparatory CS has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Richard Allen Preparatory Charter School (RAPCS) is a public charter school located in the Elmwood Park neighborhood of Southwest Philadelphia. Serving students in grades 5 through 8, the school focuses on providing a rigorous academic environment rooted in the principles of character development, community engagement, and scholastic achievement. Named after the founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, the school emphasizes a values-based education designed to prepare middle schoolers for the challenges of high school and beyond.

The school’s curriculum is structured to support both academic growth and social-emotional development, often utilizing small class sizes and a structured disciplinary framework to foster a supportive learning atmosphere. By integrating traditional instruction with a focus on leadership and responsibility, Richard Allen Preparatory aims to close the achievement gap for urban youth in the 19143 zip code. The school is actively involved in the local community, encouraging students to take pride in their neighborhood while striving for personal excellence.

For more information, contact Richard Allen Preparatory CS at (215) 878-1544 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.