KIPP WEST PHILADELPHIA PREPARATORY CHART

KIPP West Philadelphia Preparatory Chart is a Title I public charter middle school with about 360 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th 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 21 teachers, KIPP West Philadelphia Preparatory Chart has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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 West Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School, located at 5900 Baltimore Avenue, is a public charter middle school serving students in grades 5 through 8. As part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, the school operates on the core philosophy that high expectations, a rigorous academic curriculum, and a supportive culture are the primary drivers of student success. The school emphasizes preparing its students for success in competitive high schools and, ultimately, post-secondary education, focusing heavily on both core academic subjects and character development.

The school is well-known for its extended school day and year, which provides students with more instructional time to master academic standards. The environment at KIPP West Philadelphia is characterized by a structured, disciplined atmosphere combined with a strong emphasis on community and "college-readiness" culture. By fostering a close partnership between teachers, families, and students, the school aims to bridge the achievement gap and provide equitable opportunities for the youth of West Philadelphia to excel in both their academic and personal pursuits.

For more information, contact KIPP West Philadelphia Preparatory Chart at (215) 294-2973 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.