About the School
Escuela Popular is a bilingual and bicultural charter school and family learning center located in East San Jos?, California. Founded in 1986, it serves Latino immigrant families with educational programs from Pre-K through adult high school diplomas and vocational training. The school emphasizes transformative education rooted in love and empowerment, helping families find belonging and progress in their new community. The school operates two autonomous divisions, enrolling over 1,100 students. It offers a dual-language immersion program for young children, academic instruction for youth, and adult education programs that include high school diplomas and vocational training. Escuela Popular maintains a student-teacher ratio of 20:1, ensuring personalized attention. It is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and has received multiple charter renewals. The school is led by Executive Director Patricia Reguerin and Principal Olivia Cortes, continuing its mission