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Achievement First
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Nonprofit charter schools advancing college readiness
Achievement First
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Nonprofit charter schools advancing college readiness
Overview
Starting summary generation.
About Achievement First
Industries
Social Impact
Education
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2003
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Ujima High School opens 60,180 sq ft building at 475 Euclid Ave.
- Amistad High senior gains Yale acceptance, boosting college outcomes.
- Elm City College Prep achieves first Connecticut milestone regionally.
What critics are saying
- Cartwheel telehealth erodes performance; 50–70% prob in 12–24 months.
- Revolution partnership diverts resources; weakens scores in 6–12 months.
- Partnership with Children outcompetes, exodus in 12–18 months.
What makes Achievement First unique
- Achievement First partners with Cartwheel for telehealth mental health access.
- Revolution LLC collaboration fights equity via food access in schools.
- Hosts 'Reclaiming Excellence' summit on April 2, 2026, for leadership.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Family Leave
Company News
As Achievement First wrap up School Leader Appreciation Week, Achievement First is celebrating the leaders who have been with Achievement First for five years or more.
In response to this crisis and aligned with its AF value of caring for the whole person, Achievement First partnered with mental health provider Cartwheel to bring students and families rapid access to mental health care via telehealth.
Revolution LLC is proud to work with passionate partners including Achievement First to support their efforts in fighting for equity and food access in their schools and communities.
As it gets colder outside, and you settle indoors with a warm blanket and some hot chocolate, ACHIEVEMENT FIRST has put together a list of mind-sharpening winter activities to keep your brain warm, too.
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About Achievement First
Industries
Social Impact
Education
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
2003
Achievement First is Hiring for 69 Jobs on Simplify!
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