Serving 1,487 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mast Community 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 35% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,487 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mast Community Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Mast Community Charter School's student population of 1,487 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mast Community Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mast Community Charter School is 0.60, which is more 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
#1009 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
12%
14%
White
60%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mast Community Charter School's ranking?
Mast Community Charter School is ranked #1009 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mast Community Charter School often compared to?
Mast Community Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Philadelphia Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mast Community Charter School?
The graduation rate of Mast Community Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mast Community Charter School?
1,487 students attend Mast Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Mast Community Charter School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mast Community Charter School?
Mast Community Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mast Community Charter School offer ?
Mast Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Mast Community Charter School part of?
Mast Community Charter School is part of Mast Community CS School District.
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