Serving 425 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Arts Academy Elementary 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 15% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arts Academy Elementary Charter School's student population of 425 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Arts Academy Elementary 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 Elementary Charter School is 0.31, which is less 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
#2415 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
81%
16%
Black
19%
14%
White
n/a
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
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 Elementary Charter School's ranking?
Arts Academy Elementary Charter School is ranked #2415 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Arts Academy Elementary Charter School often compared to?
Arts Academy Elementary Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cetronia School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Arts Academy Elementary Charter School?
425 students attend Arts Academy Elementary Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Arts Academy Elementary Charter School students are Hispanic, and 19% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arts Academy Elementary Charter School?
Arts Academy Elementary Charter School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Arts Academy Elementary Charter School offer ?
Arts Academy Elementary Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arts Academy Elementary Charter School part of?
Arts Academy Elementary Charter School is part of Arts Academy Elementary Charter School District.
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