School Overview
People for People Charter School (PFPCS), located at 800 North Broad Street in Philadelphia, is a K-12 public charter school founded on the mission of fostering academic excellence through a values-based education. Affiliated with the People for People, Inc. community organization, the school emphasizes the development of the "whole child," integrating rigorous core academics with character development and community service. By creating a structured and supportive learning environment, the school aims to prepare students not only for college and career success but also to become responsible, contributing members of their community.

The school is known for its commitment to providing high-quality educational opportunities for students in the Philadelphia area, often focusing on cultivating a strong partnership between faculty, families, and the surrounding neighborhood. PFPCS utilizes a curriculum that balances traditional instruction with modern technology and enrichment activities. Through its emphasis on discipline, integrity, and civic engagement, People for People Charter School strives to bridge educational gaps and empower its student body to achieve their long-term potential in a diverse and rapidly changing society.
573
Total Students
31.5
Full-Time Teachers
18.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for People for People CS
Demographic Student Count
White2
Hispanic13
Black551
Two or More6
American Indian1
  • Black
    551 (96.2%)
  • Hispanic
    13 (2.3%)
  • Two or More
    6 (1.0%)
  • White
    2 (0.3%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: People for People CS
Phone: (215)763-7060
Website: http://www.peopleforpeople.org/
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 573
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 65
Grade 1 71
Grade 2 71
Grade 3 69
Grade 4 55
Grade 5 59
Grade 6 63
Grade 7 63
Grade 8 57

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for People for People CS
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten65
Grade 171
Grade 271
Grade 369
Grade 455
Grade 559
Grade 663
Grade 763
Grade 857
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for People for People CS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female29451.3%
Male27948.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)