About the School
Creo College Preparatory Charter School is a public charter middle school located in the Bronx, New York, serving grades 5-8. Established in 2019, it operates from the Cardinal Hayes High School building. The school aims to prepare students for college and encourages them to take responsibility for addressing community and global issues. It features an extended school day and year, providing 75 additional days of instruction compared to traditional NYC district schools. The school emphasizes small group instruction and daily advisory groups, where students engage in discussions on various topics. Computer science is a core subject for all students, and after-school clubs offer activities in coding, film, music, and drawing. With a student population of approximately 390 and a student-teacher ratio of 10 to 1, Creo College Prep fosters a supportive learning environment. Admission is conducted by lottery, with a preference for District 7 residents. The school also provides free breakfas