CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND SOCIAL JUSTICE

CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND SOCIAL JUSTICE is a Title I public charter secondary school that is part of the CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND SOCIAL JUSTICE school district, located in BRONX, NY with about 354 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 11th 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, CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND SOCIAL JUSTICE has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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 CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND SOCIAL JUSTICE (CHSLSJ), located in the Morris Heights section of the Bronx, is a public charter school designed to prepare students for college and careers with a specialized focus on legal studies and civic engagement. The school’s mission centers on the intersection of academic rigor and social justice, aiming to empower students to become proactive advocates for their communities. By integrating law-related curriculum with traditional core subjects, the school seeks to foster critical thinking, public speaking skills, and a deep understanding of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship.

Beyond its academic program, CHSLSJ emphasizes a supportive and holistic school culture that prioritizes student voice and restorative practices. The school typically offers a variety of extracurricular activities, such as mock trial teams, debate clubs, and community service initiatives, which provide students with hands-on experience in legal advocacy and policy analysis. By maintaining a smaller learning environment, the school strives to build strong relationships between faculty and students, ensuring that each learner is well-prepared to navigate both higher education and the complexities of the modern legal and social landscape.

For more information, contact CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR LAW AND SOCIAL JUSTICE at (347) 696-0042 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.