KIPP NJ

KIPP New Jersey is part of the nationally recognized “Knowledge Is Power Program” network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students for success in college and in life. In 2002, KIPP New Jersey first school, TEAM Academy, opened its doors in Newark’s South Ward as a single class of 80 fifth graders and has since grown to educate over 8,000 students in grades K-12 across 19 schools in Newark and Camden. More than 90% of KIPP New Jersey students currently qualify for free or reduced meals.