Serving 217 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Sylvan Heights Science 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sylvan Heights Science Charter School's student population of 217 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
217 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Sylvan Heights Science 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 Sylvan Heights Science Charter School is 0.47, which is less 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
#2424 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
26%
16%
Black
68%
14%
White
2%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sylvan Heights Science Charter School's ranking?
Sylvan Heights Science Charter School is ranked #2424 out of 2,733 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Sylvan Heights Science Charter School?
217 students attend Sylvan Heights Science Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Sylvan Heights Science Charter School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sylvan Heights Science Charter School?
Sylvan Heights Science Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sylvan Heights Science Charter School offer ?
Sylvan Heights Science Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sylvan Heights Science Charter School part of?
Sylvan Heights Science Charter School is part of Sylvan Heights Science Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love this and this year us 4th grade will get these scores back up
2 10/10/2025
How much do it cost to attend here I'm a grandparent just wondering and are you part of harrisburg
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