About the School
Urban Prep Academies is a nonprofit organization based in Chicago, founded in 2002 by Tim King and a group of African-American leaders. It operated a network of all-male public charter high schools focused on providing college preparatory education to young men, particularly those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The organization aimed to empower its students through a dedicated environment that emphasized brotherhood and a strong academic culture. The schools offered a challenging curriculum, including a longer academic year and a double load of math and English courses. Urban Prep was known for its commitment to ensuring that graduates were accepted into four-year colleges, reporting a 100% graduation and college acceptance rate at its peak. The organization served predominantly African-American males, many of whom entered with reading levels significantly below grade level. In 2023, Urban Prep Academies' charter was revoked due to misconduct allegations, and Chicago P