Serving 282 students in grades 9-12, Westinghouse 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School's student population of 282 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Westinghouse 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 Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School is 0.62, 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
#1602 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
33%
14%
White
52%
60%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)72%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School's ranking?
Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School is ranked #1602 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School?
282 students attend Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School students are White, 33% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School?
Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School offer ?
Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School part of?
Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School is part of Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School District.
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