PENINSULA PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL

Peninsula Preparatory Academy Charter School is an open, independent charter district located at 611 Beach 19th Street in Far Rockaway, New York. Situated in a vibrant, large city setting within the greater New York-Newark-Jersey City metropolitan region, the district operates a single campus dedicated to foundational early childhood and elementary education. Designed to serve students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the academy offers an accessible, single-school environment focused on building strong academic fundamentals during a child's pivotal developmental years.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, the school enrolled a diverse student body of 313 children, comprising 173 female and 140 male students across kindergarten through fifth grade. The student body reflects a rich tapestry of backgrounds, including 166 Black, 124 Hispanic, 11 multiracial, 7 White, 4 Asian, and 1 American Indian student. To support this community, the academy employs a full-time equivalent staff of 26 dedicated personnel, including 9 instructional aides and 17 specialized support staff members who facilitate daily learning and student development. Families and researchers interested in learning more about the district's programs can visit their website at www.peninsulaprep.org or contact the main office at (347) 403-9231.