JOHN B. STETSON CHARTER SCHOOL

John B. Stetson Charter School is a Title I public charter middle school with about 983 students offering grade levels from 5th Grade to 8th 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 62 teachers, John B. Stetson Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

John B. Stetson Charter School, located in the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia, is a K-8 public charter school that serves a diverse urban community. Operated through a partnership with ASPIRA of Pennsylvania, the school emphasizes a mission of academic excellence, cultural pride, and community engagement. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for high school success by focusing on core subjects while fostering a supportive environment that addresses the unique social and emotional needs of its student body.

Beyond academics, Stetson Charter School is known for its commitment to holistic development, offering a variety of extracurricular activities, sports, and after-school programs. The school places a strong emphasis on parental involvement and community collaboration, aiming to act as a hub for neighborhood growth and stability. By integrating technology into the classroom and maintaining a structured disciplinary framework, the school strives to provide a safe and rigorous learning environment for its students in the 19134 zip code.

For more information, contact John B. Stetson Charter School at (215) 291-4720 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.