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.
1,637
Total Students
126.2
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Esperanza Academy CS
Demographic Student Count
White2
Hispanic1,510
Black77
Asian2
Two or More46
  • Hispanic
    1,510 (92.2%)
  • Black
    77 (4.7%)
  • Two or More
    46 (2.8%)
  • White
    2 (0.1%)
  • Asian
    2 (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: 1,637
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 126.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 24
Grade 1 26
Grade 2 46
Grade 3 48
Grade 6 233
Grade 7 236
Grade 8 232
Grade 9 235
Grade 10 204
Grade 11 177
Grade 12 176

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Esperanza Academy CS
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten24
Grade 126
Grade 246
Grade 348
Grade 6233
Grade 7236
Grade 8232
Grade 9235
Grade 10204
Grade 11177
Grade 12176
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Esperanza Academy CS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female86152.6%
Male77647.4%
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