Serving 642 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Keystone 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 22% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Keystone Academy Charter School's student population of 642 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
642 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
Keystone 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 Keystone Academy Charter School is 0.72, 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
#2023 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
36%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keystone Academy Charter School's ranking?
Keystone Academy Charter School is ranked #2023 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Keystone Academy Charter School often compared to?
Keystone Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Disston Hamilton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Keystone Academy Charter School?
642 students attend Keystone Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Keystone Academy Charter School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keystone Academy Charter School?
Keystone Academy Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Keystone Academy Charter School offer ?
Keystone Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Keystone Academy Charter School part of?
Keystone Academy Charter School is part of Keystone Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Keystone Academy Charter School located?
Keystone Academy Charter School is located in the Tacony neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Tacony.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
A great school. My oldest daughter has attend this school since kindergarten and is now in the fifth grade. I like that they give a lot of work. And work to do over the summer. It will prepare them for the future. I hope to get my youngest in kindergarten this up coming sept.
5 10/10/2025
I love this school.. Everybody is so nice.. My daughter is doing great... thyy get to do monthly book reports.. They challenge theit student. I hope my son gets in this year.
5 10/10/2025
My children attend this school and they enjoy it there. A lot of work to do , at the beginning the get frustrated a little bit, but once they get used to it they are OK !Caring and loving teachers !!
1 10/10/2025
The school has very poor communication with parents and students. That's been my experience! Every year I check on my child's school performance by talking to my child teachers about weakness. Every year they tell me my child is smart and bright and passing, but during report card time he receives F grades. Every year, the teachers make mistakes on my child grades. It's horrible and I'm fed up!
5 10/10/2025
I really like this school. The discipline is well maintained and the staff is so cooperative. My daughter really enjoys this school. And she is in KG, I want her to continue in this school.
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