Serving 702 students in grades 7-12, Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School ranks in the top 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 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School's student population of 702 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
702 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#852 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
10%
14%
White
76%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School's ranking?
Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School is ranked #852 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School often compared to?
Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ambridge Area Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School?
The graduation rate of Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School?
702 students attend Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School?
Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School offer ?
Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School part of?
Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School is part of Lincoln Park Performing Arts Charter School District.
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