Serving 321 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter School's student population of 321 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Young Scholars Of Central Pa 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 Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter School is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#975 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
14%
14%
White
60%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter School's ranking?
Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter School is ranked #975 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter School often compared to?
Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centre Learning Community Charter School, Easterly Parkway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter School?
321 students attend Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter School?
Young Scholars Of Central Pa 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 Central Pa Charter School offer ?
Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter School part of?
Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter School is part of Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter School District.
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