About Our School
Gratz Prep Middle serves students in 7th and 8th grade in North Philadelphia. After completing 8th grade, students at our school have the opportunity to advance to Simon Gratz High School, offering them a comprehensive K-12 experience within Mastery Schools. Explore the information below to discover how we ignite students’ enthusiasm for learning while supporting their holistic development in a safe and secure school environment.
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We offer a rigorous academic curriculum that includes subjects such as math, science, reading, music, art, and more. Our dedicated and highly qualified teachers and staff ensure that all students receive a well-rounded education in a fun and joyful environment. To learn more about Mastery’s academic approach and the range of student supports available, please visit our Academic Program page.
Every Mastery school has a dedicated school culture team that is responsible for ensuring a positive and safe school community. Our schools observe common rituals, such as morning circles, community meetings, and school events that celebrate the school community and the joy of learning. We also ensure that school rules and values are consistently supported and enforced. Our teachers adopt standard school-wide classroom behavior systems, ensuring that students are held to consistently high expectations. We intentionally create a community that strikes a balance between structure and student independence, allowing schools to feel both orderly and joyful. To learn more about school culture, visit our Student Life page.
We offer enriching extracurricular and athletic programs to support student growth outside of the classroom. Offerings include:
- Anime Club
- Boys and Girls Basketball
- Co-ed Cross Country
- Co-ed Outdoor Track + Field
- Cheerleading
- Co-ed Bowling
- Co-ed Flag Football
- Co-ed Volleyball
- Cooking Club
- Cosmetology
- Gaming Club
- Boys and Girls Soccer
Mastery’s student uniform consists of a Mastery logo collared shirt, solid-colored pants, Mastery logo sweaters/sweatshirts, closed-toe, flat-soled shoes, and head coverings for religious purposes. Hoodies and t-shirts, regardless of logo, are not permitted.
For information on purchasing uniforms, please contact the main office at 215-227-4408.
Being prepared for school each day is vital to student success. To ensure your student is ready from day one, please review the list of required school supplies.
How to Apply
Now accepting applications for school year 2026-2027
Gratz Prep Middle serves students who reside in the Simon Gratz High School attendance zone. Preference is given to students who attend Clymer Elementary, Dr. Tanner G. Duckrey Public School, Edward T. Steel School, Grover Cleveland Elementary, Kenderton Elementary, Mary McLeod Bethune School, and to those with siblings already enrolled at Gratz Prep Middle. If space allows, a lottery is run each year to fill remaining seats.
- Apply today: Interested families can apply online through the Apply Philly Charter website. Simply create an account and submit your application.
- Have questions about our school or need help navigating the process? Please complete and submit this form, and a Mastery enrollment specialist will contact you to answer your questions and assist with your application.
- Looking for a seat for the current school year (2025-2026)? You can still apply online today using the Apply Philly Charter website. Just look for the 2025-2026 enrollment portal link on the home page.
Please note: If you applied for the 2026-2027 school year by the January 20, 2026, priority deadline, lottery results will be made available via the Apply Philly Charter portal on February 6. Learn more about the lottery process and the actions you need to take to secure your spot for next year here.
Our Principal
Kate McNulty
Additional School Leadership
Erica Gooch, Assistant Principal of Instruction
Phillip Smith, Assistant Principal of Specialized Services
Nija Williams, Assistant Principal of Operations
Andrew Finney, Assistant Principal of School Culture
Life at Gratz Prep Middle
View GalleryWho to Contact
| If you have questions about: | School contact person | Contact information |
|---|---|---|
| Fax number | 215-227-2694 | |
| My child’s academic performance | Erica Gooch | [email protected] 267-322-0342 |
| Attendance, early dismissals, lateness | Yolonda Bey | [email protected] 267-638-1587 |
| Health, medical concerns | Phillip Smith | Phillip[dot]Smith[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-355-9867 |
| Arrival, dismissal, lunch | Andrew Finney | Andrew[dot]Finney[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-858-0057 |
| Discipline concerns, uniforms | Andrew Finney | [email protected] 267-858-0057 |
| Wellness, social work supports | Krystina Priester | Krystina[dot]Priester[at]masterycharter[dot]org 267-355-9867 |
| Events, trips | Andrew Finney | [email protected] 267-858-0057 |
| 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 | Erica Gooch | [email protected] 267-322-0342 |
| 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 | Desean Carter | [email protected] |
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