ALBEMARLE COUNTY COMMUNITY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL

Albemarle County Community Public Charter School is a public charter middle school that is part of the Albemarle County Public Schools school district, located in Charlottesville, VA with about 38 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. With about 6 teachers, Albemarle County Community Public Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. 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.

The Albemarle County Community Public Charter School (CPCS) is a unique, student-centered learning environment located in Charlottesville, Virginia. Designed as a small-scale alternative to traditional middle school settings, the school emphasizes a democratic approach to education where students play an active role in their own academic and social development. Its curriculum is project-based and highly interdisciplinary, encouraging students to make real-world connections while fostering critical thinking, collaboration, and personal responsibility.

Because it operates as a public charter school, CPCS maintains a commitment to community integration and student agency. The school’s philosophy centers on the idea that students are most successful when they are given a voice in how they learn, often utilizing multi-age groupings and individualized goal setting. By focusing on the "whole child" and maintaining a close-knit school culture, the Community Public Charter School provides a distinct pathway for students in the Albemarle County district who thrive in a more flexible, inquiry-based educational environment.

For more information, contact Albemarle County Community Public Charter School at (434) 972-1607 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.