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Democracy Preparatory Charter High School
  • Public, Charter
  • NEW YORK, NY
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Democracy Preparatory Charter High School

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    1. Academics
      A minus
    2. Diversity
      A minus
    3. Teachers
      A minus
    4. College Prep
      A minus
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C
    6. Administration
      B+
    7. Sports
      B
    8. Food
      C minus
    9. Resources & Facilities
      C+
    dpchs.democracyprep.org
    (212) 281-3061
    2230 5TH AVE
    NEW YORK, NY 10037
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    Grades
    6-12
    Students
    717

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    Welcome to Democracy Prep Charter High School (DPCHS)! This school is one of the very first Democracy Prep campuses. DPCHS is a thriving and successful school located in the heart of central Harlem. DPCHS is consistently ranked one of the top charter schools in the state. We offer a rigorous college preparatory education for all scholars, and our students have been admitted to top tier colleges all across the country.

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    95%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    95%
    Average Graduation Rate
    87%
    Average SAT
    1120
    203 responses
    Average ACT
    22
    53 responses
    AP Enrollment
    39%
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    Harlem
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    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Cost of Living
      C minus
    2. Good for Families
      A minus
    3. Housing
      D
    Median Household Income
    $62,168
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $1,439
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $1,006,411
    National
    $244,900
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    Culture & Safety

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    Students

    Diversity
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    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    717
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    75%
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    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    13:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    37.1%
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    National
    $12,239
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