Our results

Our data speaks for itself

In the 2022-2023 school year, Teranga Academy students achieved...

290%
of typical growth in math on state benchmarks.
287%
of typical growth in reading on state benchmarks.

In their first year at Teranga...

92%
of students are already achieving growth in math on state benchmarks.
77%
of students are already achieving growth in reading on state benchmarks.

In the 2022-2023 school year, Teranga Academy had...

93%
attendance rate
2/3
fewer behavioral incidents compared to other EL students in the district
100%
of students graduate high school and go on to a four-year, two-year, or vocational postsecondary program of their choosing
94%
satisfaction with Fugees Professional Development sessions

When students believe in themselves, they achieve incredible things.

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“This school makes me feel like if I try, I will be able to get better at something that is hard for me.”

Mauwa

Teranga Academy student who came to the U.S. with no formal school experience

The Fugees Family model, implemented as Teranga Academy at partnered school districts, is a model that works for English Language learners.

Our students are achieving remarkable academic growth, while at the same time growing in their confidence and ability to effectively speak English with their peers and community.