Serving 54 students in grades 7-12, Spectrum Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher 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 8:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spectrum Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Spectrum Charter School's student population of 54 students has grown by 68% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1999
Campus Size
4
School Motto
Educating Students for Success in a Changing World
School Mascot
Not Mentioned
School Rankings
Spectrum 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 Spectrum Charter School is 0.68, which is more 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
#1427 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
28%
14%
White
48%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Not Mentioned
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Spectrum Charter School's ranking?
Spectrum Charter School is ranked #1427 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?
<50% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Spectrum Charter School?
The graduation rate of Spectrum Charter School is 50%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Spectrum Charter School?
54 students attend Spectrum Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Spectrum Charter School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Spectrum Charter School?
Spectrum Charter School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Spectrum Charter School offer ?
Spectrum Charter School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Spectrum Charter School part of?
Spectrum Charter School is part of Spectrum Charter School District.
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