Serving 296 students in grades 5-8, Arts Academy Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arts Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Arts Academy Charter School's student population of 296 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arts Academy Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arts Academy Charter School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2142 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
53%
16%
Black
21%
14%
White
18%
60%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arts Academy Charter School's ranking?
Arts Academy Charter School is ranked #2142 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Arts Academy Charter School?
296 students attend Arts Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Arts Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arts Academy Charter School?
Arts Academy Charter School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arts Academy Charter School offer ?
Arts Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arts Academy Charter School part of?
Arts Academy Charter School is part of Arts Academy Charter School District.
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