Serving 3,782 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Chester Community 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 4% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 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-8
- Enrollment: 3,782 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester Community Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chester Community Charter School's student population of 3,782 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 184 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,782 students
Total Classroom Teachers
184 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Rankings
Chester Community 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 Chester Community Charter School is 0.38, 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
#2720 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Hispanic
17%
16%
Black
77%
14%
White
2%
60%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chester Cheetah
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester Community Charter School's ranking?
Chester Community Charter School is ranked #2720 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?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Chester Community Charter School?
3,782 students attend Chester Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Chester Community Charter School students are Black, 17% 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 Chester Community Charter School?
Chester Community Charter School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chester Community Charter School offer ?
Chester Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chester Community Charter School part of?
Chester Community Charter School is part of Chester Community Charter School District.
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