KIPP ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL

KIPP ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter school that is part of the KIPP ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 1,075 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th 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 93 teachers, KIPP ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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 ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL, located in the South Bronx, is a prominent member of the KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, which is a national collection of open-enrollment, college-preparatory public charter schools. Founded in 1995, it holds the distinction of being the first KIPP school in the country. The school operates with a core mission to prepare students in educationally underserved communities for success in college and the professional world. Its educational model is built on high expectations, a rigorous curriculum, and a culture that emphasizes character development and academic excellence.

The school is well-known for its extended school day, week, and year, which provide students with more time for instruction and extracurricular enrichment. By focusing on a "college-bound" mindset from an early age, KIPP Academy aims to bridge the achievement gap for its students, many of whom come from low-income backgrounds. Through a combination of strong teacher-student relationships, data-driven instruction, and a structured, supportive environment, the academy seeks to empower students with the academic skills and personal agency necessary to navigate and graduate from top-tier colleges and careers.

For more information, contact KIPP ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL at (718) 665-3555 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.