Serving 692 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Chester Charter Scholars 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 3% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester Charter Scholars Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chester Charter Scholars Charter School's student population of 692 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chester Charter Scholars Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester Charter Scholars Charter School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2441 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
95%
14%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester Charter Scholars Charter School's ranking?
Chester Charter Scholars Charter School is ranked #2441 out of 2,549 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chester Charter Scholars Charter School?
The graduation rate of Chester Charter Scholars Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Chester Charter Scholars Charter School?
692 students attend Chester Charter Scholars Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Chester Charter Scholars Charter School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester Charter Scholars Charter School?
Chester Charter Scholars Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chester Charter Scholars Charter School offer ?
Chester Charter Scholars Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Chester Charter Scholars Charter School part of?
Chester Charter Scholars Charter School is part of Chester Charter Scholars Academy CS School District.
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