Serving 298 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 62% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School's student population of 298 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
School Rankings
Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania 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 Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School is 0.58, 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
#2128 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
53%
14%
White
38%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
3%
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 Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School's ranking?
Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School is ranked #2128 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School?
298 students attend Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School?
Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School offer ?
Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School part of?
Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School is part of Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School District.
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