JOHN W LAVELLE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL

JOHN W LAVELLE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL is a Title I public charter school that is part of the JOHN W LAVELLE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL school district, located in STATEN ISLAND, NY with about 697 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade 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 77 teachers, JOHN W LAVELLE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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 W. Lavelle Preparatory Charter School, located in the Teleport business park on Staten Island, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in grades 6 through 12. Founded on the mission of providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education to a diverse student body, the school is known for its inclusive environment. It integrates students with and without disabilities into the same classrooms—an approach known as Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT)—ensuring that all students receive the support they need to succeed academically and socially.

The school emphasizes a "culture of care," which prioritizes character development, leadership, and emotional well-being alongside academic excellence. Lavelle Prep utilizes a structured curriculum designed to prepare students for success in higher education, often incorporating project-based learning and personalized attention to help students achieve their goals. By maintaining high expectations and fostering a supportive community, the school aims to bridge the achievement gap and prepare its graduates to be informed, contributing members of society.

For more information, contact JOHN W LAVELLE PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL at (347) 855-2238 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.