Serving 1,609 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Esperanza 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 20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,609 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Esperanza Charter School's student population of 1,609 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Esperanza 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 Esperanza Charter School is 0.11, 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
#2408 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
94%
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
3%
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 Esperanza Charter School's ranking?
Esperanza Charter School is ranked #2408 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Esperanza Charter School often compared to?
Esperanza Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Olney Charter High School by visitors of our site.
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 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Esperanza Charter School?
The graduation rate of Esperanza Charter School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Esperanza Charter School?
1,609 students attend Esperanza Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Esperanza Charter School students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Esperanza Charter School?
Esperanza Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Esperanza Charter School offer ?
Esperanza Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Esperanza Charter School part of?
Esperanza Charter School is part of Esperanza Academy CS School District.
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