Small school,
big dreams,
college-ready.
Forte Prep builds academic strength, leadership, curiosity and voice in our young students so they can become the best versions of themselves.
Our Mission
Through rigorous academics, quality instruction, and a positive culture of individual and collective responsibility, Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School equips all students in grades 5 through 8 to excel in college preparatory high schools and use their leadership and voice to change the world.
Our Programs
Our diverse academic program builds student ability and reinforces their understanding of the STRIVE values, which inform everything that we do.
Focus on the fundamentals
Literacy and math are at the heart of a world-class education, they enrich lives and open doors to college and opportunity, and are at the heart of Forte Prep’s curriculum.
joy, structure, and rigor
A structured and joyful school environment inspires all members of our community to work hard, be daring, take intellectual risks, and develop lifelong academic habits of success.
Leaders for tomorrow
Character education supports students to develop authentic leadership through a dynamic focus on individual and collective responsibility, self-determination and community.
Performing arts & Digital literacy
We enrich our students through diverse arts & technology programs, expanding their world view and supporting academic success.
Our Community
Located on Queens Boulevard in Elmhurst, our school represents the best of what Queens has to offer. Learn more about what it means to be a Forte Prep student.
Our Impact in two years
360
Students in 5th - 8th grade
Our students are:
80% Latino
90% qualify for free or reduced lunch
20% students with special needs
20% English as a new language
98%
attendance rate
Our students come to school prepared to work hard and put themselves on a path to college and success in life.
100%
commitment to growth
Our promise is that every student will grow significantly each year they are at Forte Prep.
Join us
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Enroll
Apply now for 5th, 6th, 7th, or 8th grade! Applications for the lottery are due April 1.
JOin our team
We are recruiting our 2022-23 Forte Team soon. Help build the future in Queens.
support
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