School Overview
Esperanza Academy Charter School, located on West Hunting Park Avenue in Philadelphia, is a dual-language (English and Spanish) college-preparatory institution that serves students in grades 6 through 12. Founded with a mission rooted in the values of the Hispanic community, the school emphasizes high academic standards, cultural pride, and character development. It is designed to provide a rigorous, supportive environment that prepares students not only for post-secondary education but also to become active, responsible leaders within their neighborhoods and the broader society.

The school is part of the larger Esperanza organization, which has a long-standing history of serving the Hunting Park community through educational, social, and economic initiatives. Academically, Esperanza Academy focuses on a comprehensive curriculum that integrates technology and real-world application to ensure students are competitive in a global economy. Beyond the classroom, the school encourages student involvement in extracurricular activities, sports, and community service, fostering a holistic approach to education that prioritizes the personal and professional growth of every student.
1,628
Total Students
116.2
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Esperanza Academy CS
Demographic Student Count
White5
Hispanic1,524
Black77
Asian1
Two or More21
  • Hispanic
    1,524 (93.6 %)
  • Black
    77 (4.7 %)
  • Two or More
    21 (1.3 %)
  • White
    5 (0.3 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Other
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Esperanza Academy CS
Phone: (215)457-3667
Website: http://esperanzaacademycs.org/
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 1,628
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 116.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 47
Grade 1 48
Grade 4 24
Grade 5 24
Grade 6 229
Grade 7 234
Grade 8 229
Grade 9 214
Grade 10 203
Grade 11 197
Grade 12 179

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Esperanza Academy CS
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten47
Grade 148
Grade 424
Grade 524
Grade 6229
Grade 7234
Grade 8229
Grade 9214
Grade 10203
Grade 11197
Grade 12179
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Esperanza Academy CS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female85852.7%
Male77047.3%
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