APSWR School & Junior College, Markapur, is a government-run residential institution in Rayavaram village near Markapur, Prakasam district, Andhra Pradesh. It operates under the Andhra Pradesh Social Welfare Residential Educational Institutions Society (APSWREI), providing free quality education primarily to Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribe, and Backward Class students.

The school follows the State Board curriculum and integrates both secondary and junior college education. As part of the state’s social welfare initiative, it emphasizes inclusive education, gender equity, and academic empowerment for students from rural and disadvantaged backgrounds.

Academic Profile

APSWR School & Junior College offers classes from secondary to intermediate levels (grades 6–12). The medium of instruction is English, with a focus on science and vocational streams in junior college. The academic program follows the Andhra Pradesh Board of Secondary Education syllabus, using Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE) for holistic assessment.

Campus and Facilities

The campus is fully residential, providing separate hostels for students, a library, science and computer laboratories, and access to digital learning resources. The school maintains internet connectivity and an Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL) supported by NITI Aayog to promote STEM innovation. It also offers a playground, safe drinking water, and medical facilities on site.

Community Role and Impact

Serving the rural community of Markapur, APSWR School & Junior College plays a pivotal role in promoting education among underprivileged sections. It helps bridge the urban-rural education gap in Andhra Pradesh by nurturing first-generation learners and preparing them for higher studies and public sector opportunities.

Location

The school is situated at P845+4HV, Rayavaram, Andhra Pradesh 523371, India, approximately 4 km from Markapur town and accessible via all-weather roads.