APPLY NOW FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
Gratz Prep Middle is accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. Please follow the steps below to apply online.
- Visit Apply Philly Charter
- Log in or create an account
- Fill out your family profile and add your child as a student
- Click on the Apply for September 2025 button
- Select Mastery Charter School: Gratz Prep Middle as the school to which you would like to apply
- Submit your application
Please note: If you are looking for a seat for your child for the current school year (2024-2025), you can still apply online today using Apply Philly Charter. Just click on the “Apply for Current Year” button to start your application once you’ve logged in.
Have questions about our school or need help navigating the process? Complete and submit this form, and a Mastery enrollment specialist will reach out to answer your questions and help you apply.
Your Neighborhood School in North Philadelphia!
Welcome to Prep Middle, serving students in seventh and eighth grade in North Philadelphia!
Our rigorous academics ensure students are fully prepared for high school and our sports & extracurricular programs allow students to lead and succeed outside of the classroom. We are ranked in the top 10 schools in Pennsylvania for reading growth.
Students enjoy a strong sense of community and belonging in a safe environment, supported by caring and committed teachers. At Prep Middle, all students learn and thrive. With love and high expectations, we help them find their own paths to success.
Prep Middle students have the chance to attend Simon Gratz High School to complete their K-12 experience at Mastery Schools.
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Academic Excellence
Our academically rigorous program prepares all students for success after graduation.
- High school prep program tailored to the individual needs of students at all levels in a small setting
- 2 math & 2 reading classes, with a focus on writing
- Graduates admitted to the top high schools in the city
- Robust extracurricular programming: including photography, soccer club, football, basketball, volleyball, track & field, flag football, and anime
We provide comprehensive special education programming to meet the individualized needs of each child, including:
- Individualized Education Plans
- Academic Interventions
- Low Incidence Programs (Autistic Support, Multiple Disabilities, Life Skills)
- Emotional Support
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- Psychological and Social Services
Additional Course Offerings
- Honors English Language Arts
- Honors Science
- Honors Algebra I
- Honors Technology & Coding
- Art Design
- Physical Education
- Robotics
Prep Middle students can participate in various extracurricular activities and athletic programs, including:
- Volleyball
- Soccer
- Cross country
- Cheerleading
- Basketball
- Track and field
- Bowling
- Flag football
- Anime club
- Gaming club
- Cooking club
- Cosmetology
Admission to Prep Middle School is first come, first served to students living in the Gratz High School attendance zone and students currently attending:
- Bethune
- Cleveland
- Clymer
- Duckrey
- Kenderton
- Steel
Students from schools not listed above and outside the Gratz attendance zone may also apply for the lottery, however they can only enroll if seats are available.
Life at Prep Middle
View GalleryOur Principal

Kate McNulty
School Leadership Team
Matthew Bell, Assistant Principal of Instruction
Desean Carter, Dean
Andrew Finney, Dean
Phillip Smith, Assistant Principal of Specialized Services
Nija Williams, Assistant Principal of Operations
If you have questions about: | School Contact Person | Contact Information (email and phone number) |
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Fax number | 215-227-2694 | |
My child’s academic performance | Matt Bell | Matthew[dot]Belll[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-322-0342 |
Attendance, Early Dismissals, Lateness | Keyshanna Herrin | Keyshanna[dot]Herrin[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-638-1587 |
Health and medical concerns | Phillip Smith | Phillip[dot]Smith[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-355-9867 |
Arrival or dismissal/Lunch | Andrew Finney Desean Carter | Andrew[dot]Finney[at]masterycharter[dot]org [email protected] |
Discipline concerns/Uniforms | Andrew Finney Desean Carter | Andrew[dot]Finney[at]masterycharter[dot]org [email protected] |
Wellness/social work supports | Krystina Priester | Krystina[dot]Priester[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-355-9867 |
Events and trips | Erica Hampton | Erica[dot]Hampton[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Transportation | Phillip Smith | Phillip[dot]Smith[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-355-9867 |
Supports for a student with an IEP | Phillip Smith | Phillip[dot]Smith[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-355-9867 |
Scheduling | Nija Williams | Nija[dot]Williams[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-606-5238 |
Registration & Enrollment | Anosjiah Neal | Gotogratzprep[at]masterycharter[dot]org 215-605-2585 |
Athletic Programs | Ron Brown | Ron[dot]Brown[at]masterycharter[dot]org 215-327-7666 |
Afterschool Programs | Janee Huff-Truesdale | Janee[dot]Huff-Truesdale[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Who to Contact
If you have questions about: | School Contact Person | Contact Information (email and phone number) |
---|---|---|
Fax number | 215-227-2694 | |
My child’s academic performance | Matt Bell | Matthew[dot]Belll[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-322-0342 |
Attendance, Early Dismissals, Lateness | Keyshanna Herrin | Keyshanna[dot]Herrin[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-638-1587 |
Health and medical concerns | Phillip Smith | Phillip[dot]Smith[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-355-9867 |
Arrival or dismissal/Lunch | Andrew Finney Desean Carter | Andrew[dot]Finney[at]masterycharter[dot]org [email protected] |
Discipline concerns/Uniforms | Andrew Finney Desean Carter | Andrew[dot]Finney[at]masterycharter[dot]org [email protected] |
Wellness/social work supports | Krystina Priester | Krystina[dot]Priester[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-355-9867 |
Events and trips | Erica Hampton | Erica[dot]Hampton[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Transportation | Phillip Smith | Phillip[dot]Smith[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-355-9867 |
Supports for a student with an IEP | Phillip Smith | Phillip[dot]Smith[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-355-9867 |
Scheduling | Nija Williams | Nija[dot]Williams[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-606-5238 |
Registration & Enrollment | Anosjiah Neal | Gotogratzprep[at]masterycharter[dot]org 215-605-2585 |
Athletic Programs | Ron Brown | Ron[dot]Brown[at]masterycharter[dot]org 215-327-7666 |
Afterschool Programs | Janee Huff-Truesdale | Janee[dot]Huff-Truesdale[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Staff Directory
First Name | Last Name | Job Title | Email - Primary Work |
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Alainna | Milkey | Specialized Services Teacher - Middle School | Alainna[dot]Milkey[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Alexsia | Henderson | Support Teacher - Resident | [email protected] |
Andrew | Finney | Dean | andrew[dot]finney[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Anosjiah | Neal | Administrative Assistant (Part-Time) | [email protected] |
Charles | Gathers | Specialized Services Classroom Assistant LIL (Part-Time) | charles[dot]gathers[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Cynthia | Spiecker | Science Teacher - Middle School | cynthia[dot]spiecker[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Deja | Logan | English Teacher - Middle School | Deja[dot]Logan[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Desean | Carter | Dean | Desean[dot]Carter2[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Diane | Cureton-Warner | Administrative Assistant (Part-Time) | Diane[dot]Cureton-Warner[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Elizabeth | Duran | Math Teacher - Middle School | [email protected] |
Erica | Gooch | History Teacher - Middle School | erica[dot]gooch[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Erica | Hampton | Math Teacher - Middle School | erica[dot]hampton[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Gina | Ragona | English Teacher - Middle School | Gina[dot]Ragona[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Heather | Krawiec | Specialized Services Case Manager - Middle School | heather[dot]krawiec[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
James | Harris | Art Teacher - Middle School | [email protected] |
Janee | Huff-Truesdale | Math Teacher - Middle School | janee[dot]huff-truesdale[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Jewel | Thomas | Science Teacher - Middle School | Jewel[dot]Thomas[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Julian | Gassett | Support Teacher - Resident | Julian[dot]Gassett[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Karoline | Lopez | History Teacher - Middle School | [email protected] |
Kathleen | McNulty | Principal - Middle School | kathleen[dot]mcnulty[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Kathleen | Gunning | Specialized Services Teacher - Middle School | Kathleen[dot]Gunning[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Keyshanna | Herrin | Attendance Coordinator (Part-Time) | Keyshanna[dot]Herrin[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Krystina | Priester | Social Worker | Krystina[dot]Priester[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Kyle | Jordan-Brantley | Science Teacher - Middle School | [email protected] |
Latoya | Quarles | Specialized Services Classroom Assistant (Part-Time) | Latoya[dot]Quarles[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Matthew | Bell | Assistant Principal of Instruction - Middle School | [email protected] |
Nija | Williams | Assistant Principal of Operations - Middle School | nija[dot]williams[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Phillip | Smith | Assistant Principal of Specialized Services - Middle School | phillip[dot]smith[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
ReAnis | Figgs | Adjunct Teacher (Part-Time) | reanis[dot]figgs[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Ronald | Brown | Physical Education Teacher - Middle School | ronald[dot]brown[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Sean | Talbot | Social Emotional Learning Teacher - Middle School | Sean[dot]Talbot[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Taina | Mirach-Jack | Math Teacher - Middle School | Taina[dot]Mirach-Jack[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Tameka | Ellis | Specialized Services Case Manager - Middle School | tameka[dot]ellis[at]masterycharter[dot]org |
Zachary | Sauder | History Teacher - Middle School | Zachary[dot]Sauder[at]masterycharter[dot]org |