Serving 861 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Christopher Columbus 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 861 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 1% in PA)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Christopher Columbus Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Christopher Columbus Charter School's student population of 861 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
861 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Christopher Columbus Charter School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)38%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
4%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
17%
14%
White
51%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% PA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
How many students attend Christopher Columbus Charter School?
861 students attend Christopher Columbus Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Christopher Columbus Charter School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 14% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Christopher Columbus Charter School?
Christopher Columbus Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Christopher Columbus Charter School offer ?
Christopher Columbus Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Christopher Columbus Charter School part of?
Christopher Columbus Charter School is part of Christopher Columbus CS School District.
In what neighborhood is Christopher Columbus Charter School located?
Christopher Columbus Charter School is located in the South Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Philadelphia.
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