WAKISHA CS

Wakisha CS is a public charter school.

Based on the information provided by the school’s website and local directory data, here is a summary of Wakisha Charter School:

Wakisha Charter School, located in the North Philadelphia area at 900 W. Jefferson Street, is an educational institution dedicated to providing a structured and supportive learning environment for its students. The school emphasizes a unique educational philosophy known as "The Wakisha Way," which focuses on holistic development, academic rigor, and the fostering of strong character. By integrating core academic curriculum with social-emotional learning, the school aims to prepare its students not only for standardized achievement but also for success as responsible, engaged members of their community.

The school places a significant emphasis on culture and identity, often highlighting the importance of creating a "village" atmosphere where students, families, and faculty collaborate closely. By maintaining a focus on personalized attention and community involvement, Wakisha Charter School strives to bridge the gap between traditional classroom instruction and real-world application. Through its commitment to its foundational principles, the school seeks to empower its student body to overcome local challenges and reach their full potential within a nurturing, identity-affirming environment.

For more information, contact Wakisha CS at (267) 940-4800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

900 W Jefferson Street
Philadelphia, PA 19122
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School Details

2017-2018
School status:
Closed
Level:
Other
Charter School:*
Yes
Philadelphia City SD
Total Students:
Not Reported
Teachers:
0
NSLP Status:1
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Virtual:
Grade Levels Offered
Grade levels not specified by this school

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.