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Charter School · Grades K-8 · Columbus, Ohio

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Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Academy is a tuition-free public charter school dedicated to developing caring, engaged citizens and thoughtful learners — through individualized instruction in a small, family-centered environment.

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K-8Grades Served
25-28Avg. Class Size
5+Arts Programs Offered
🎓Tuition-Free Public Charter
The mission of Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Academy is to develop caring, engaged citizens and thoughtful learners. — Our Core Mission, Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Academy
What We Offer

A Small School Where
Every Scholar is Known

Teachers use individualized instruction to create an atmosphere that engages all learners. From reading and math to a robust arts program, our scholars grow academically and creatively every day.

English Language Arts at Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Academy
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English / Language Arts

Reading class feels more like book club — scholars engage in rich, rigorous texts and learn to love good books.

Mathematics at Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Academy
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Mathematics

A common-core aligned curriculum teaches scholars the how and why behind math, connecting it to everyday life.

Ballet program at Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Academy
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Ballet

Scholars build grace, discipline, and confidence through our ballet program.

Choir program at Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Academy
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Choir

Our choir program strengthens communication and social-emotional skills while scholars learn and have fun.

Dance program at Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Academy
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Dance

Scholars explore movement and self-expression through our dance program, building confidence along the way.

Drumline and Drama at Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Academy
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Drumline & Drama

From rhythm to the stage, drumline and drama give scholars a creative outlet and a real sense of teamwork.

Scholars at Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Academy
Small School Family Environment
Why Choose Us

A Bright, Healthy
Learning Environment

We believe scholars deserve a bright, healthy learning environment where they are accepted for who they are and given the opportunity to succeed as individual learners.

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    Small School, Family Environment

    Our small school environment is our biggest advantage — it's the top reason families choose to enroll.

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    Individualized Instruction

    Teachers use individualized instruction to engage every learner, no matter their pace or style.

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    Free Meals & Transportation

    Free breakfast, lunch, and transportation within 2.1 miles help every scholar show up ready to learn.

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    Robust Arts Program

    Ballet, Choir, Dance, Drumline, and Drama build scholars' communication and social-emotional skills.

Families Say

Voices from Our Community

Hear from parents who chose Bessie Sherrod Price Preparatory Academy and saw the difference firsthand.

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"The small school environment is exactly what my son needed. His teachers actually know him, and the ballet program has given him so much confidence."

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Parent, BSPParent · 3rd Grade Scholar
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"Reading class really is like book club here — my daughter finally loves reading. The individualized attention has made all the difference."

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Parent, BSPParent · 6th Grade Scholar
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"Free breakfast, lunch, and transportation made everything easier for our family, and the choir program has been such a highlight for my daughter."

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Parent, BSPParent · Kindergarten Scholar
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Connect with a friendly enrollment counselor today. Schedule a tour, ask your questions, and fast-track your application — enrollment is first come, first served, year-round.

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