MEMPHIS STREET ACADEMY CS @ JP JONES

Memphis Street Academy CS @ JP Jones is a Title I public charter middle school that is part of the Memphis Street Academy CS @ JP Jones school district, located in Philadelphia, PA with about 809 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 56 teachers, Memphis Street Academy CS @ JP Jones 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.

Memphis Street Academy Charter School (MSA), located at the historic J.P. Jones building in the Port Richmond neighborhood of Philadelphia, is a public charter school serving students in grades 6 through 8. The school operates with a mission centered on providing a rigorous academic environment that prepares middle school students for success in high-quality high schools. By emphasizing a structured atmosphere and a commitment to personal growth, the academy aims to bridge achievement gaps and foster a sense of community among its diverse student population.

Academically, Memphis Street Academy focuses on foundational skills in core subjects, supported by small-group instruction and data-driven teaching methods. Beyond the classroom, the school seeks to develop the "whole child" by offering various extracurricular activities and emphasizing character development, citizenship, and social-emotional learning. As part of the Philadelphia charter landscape, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, serving as a neighborhood anchor that prioritizes parent involvement and long-term student outcomes.

For more information, contact Memphis Street Academy CS @ JP Jones at (215) 291-4709 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.