University Preparatory School

It's a wonderful school. Academically challenging, yet encourages social interaction in a variety of venues, dances, sports, performances, etc.
--Submitted by a parent

this school gives each student an opportunity to be part of the school either through sports, clubs, or special events, whereas larger schools leave so many "lost" in the numbers. the support system of the staff is great, doesn't matter if you are that members student or not, they are still available to help either the student that conects with them or the parent that is most compfortable with them. The academics are priority one, but the sports programs are getting stronger every year and is a great incentive for many of the students that need alittle "mind" break. The Mandrin class is exceptional, and it's refreshing to have such a personally involved teacher that loves thier subject matter and passes that on to his students. More hands on in science (labs) and history making the subjects more exciting would be great, but the math and english department seem to be very strong. all in all this has been a great experience and choice made for this family. grandparent of four year student.

Great school. Rigorous curriculum that challenges kids. Nurturing students and parental communication needs some improvement.
--Submitted by a parent

I agree the school has a strong academic base but if your child is in need of help there is none available. I have had meetings with the school and was told this is an academic based school and maybe your child should leave and go to a K-8th grade school. After 6th grade teachers do not put assignments in aeries, communication is poor.
--Submitted by a parent

It a fantastic school, with a strong academic base. No as sports crazed as most other local schools.
--Submitted by a parent

My grandchildren are receiving a superb education from this school. Teachers, administrators, studies are all far above average, They more than deserve to be rewarded. They should be the mold for more CA schools.

Why do they waste all the money to play football. This is a small school with the emphasize on academics. Save the money and have 10 smaller and more successful athletic teams.
--Submitted by a parent

Okay. So, so. Not much different than most schools. Good, not so good.
--Submitted by a parent

u-prep is great!! i love hothey have chinese because we learn to write read and say!! and all the teachers are great so is the principal!! u-prep is just the best school in the world
--Submitted by a student

The school succeeds more because of the students and parents. The quality of instruction is slightly above average. U-Prep has exceptional, average and below average teachers. It is easy to see success and high scores when you already are starting with the sharpest kids and the most involved parents. For being a charter school that emphasizes higher education, the offering of classes do prepare students for a quality college. However, University Prep does not prepare nor offer enough for the student who seeks the 'best university.' Ex. Ivy League The beauty of a charter school is that they have a more freedom and autonomy to be creative and nontraditional. However, administration continues to dictate and run the school like any other public high school. Three and a half stars is a more accurate rating.
--Submitted by a parent