W.E.B.DUBOIS PUBLIC CHARTER

W.E.B.DuBois Public Charter is a Title I public charter school that is part of the Washington Unified school district, located in Fresno, CA with about 373 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th 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 17 teachers, W.E.B.DuBois Public Charter has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. 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.

W.E.B. DuBois Public Charter, located on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard in Fresno, California, is an independent study-based charter school operating under the umbrella of the Agape Schools network. The institution focuses on providing a personalized educational experience for students who may not thrive in a traditional classroom environment. By utilizing an independent study model, the school offers flexible scheduling and individualized learning plans designed to help students earn their high school diplomas while balancing personal responsibilities or pursuing specific academic pacing.

The school places a strong emphasis on community support and student advocacy, reflecting the legacy of its namesake by fostering an environment centered on equity and academic opportunity. As part of the Agape Schools program, the charter school integrates academic coursework with life-skills development, aiming to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. Its location in Southwest Fresno serves as a dedicated resource for families in the area seeking alternative pathways to graduation and student-centered academic support.

For more information, contact W.E.B.DuBois Public Charter at (559) 486-1166 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.