CHARTER SCHOOLS IN
PHILADELPHIA CHARTER SCHOOLS
Ad Prima Charter School
5901 Woodbine Ave., Phila. 19131; 215-879-1800
Grades K-8; 541 students; 15:1 student/teacher ratio
Literacy-filled curriculum at a US Dept. of Education Blue Ribbon School that emphasizes peaceful conflict resolution.
Application deadline: April 2017
Alliance for Progress Charter School
1821 Cecil B. Moore Ave., Phila. 19121; 215-232-4892
Grades K-8; 457 students; 16:1 student/teacher ratio
Community-based school focuses on academics and physical education within a technologically rich environment.
Application deadline: Mar. 17
Antonia Pantoja Charter School
4101 N. American St., Phila. 19140; 215-329-2733
Grades K-8; 729 students; 13:1 student/teacher ratio
Bilingual school (Spanish/English) in technology-rich learning environment; 700+ students on waiting list.
Application deadline: Feb. or anytime online
Belmont Academy Charter School
907 N. 41st St., Phila. 19104; 215-222-0650
Grades K-8; 601 students; 21:1 student/teacher ratio
“Family-style” learning in historic building provides high-need students with quality educational opportunities.
Application period: Opens in April
Birney Preparatory Academy
900 Lindley Ave., Phila. 19141; 215-456-3000
Grades K-8; 720 students; 14:1 student/teacher ratio
Extended-hour school day at Renaissance program operated along rigorous Mosaica Education curriculum.
Call for application deadline.
Boys’ Latin of Philadelphia Charter School
5501 Cedar Ave., Phila. 19143; 215-387-5149
Grades 6-12; 664 students; 15:1 student/teacher ratio
College-preparatory boys’ high school based on classical curriculum is no. 3 in the city for college matriculation rates.
Application deadline: Nov. 4
Charter High School for Architecture and Design
105 S. 7th St., Phila. 19106; 215-351-2900
Grades 9-12; 585 students; 19:1 student/teacher ratio
Nation’s first charter to provide college-prep training that focuses on the fields of architecture and design.
Call for application deadline.
Christopher Columbus Charter School
1242 S. 13th St., Phila. 19147; 215-389-6000
Grades K-8; 816 students; 16:1 student/teacher ratio
Academics based on fostering emotional growth, intellectual maturity and social consciousness in two South Philly buildings, for Grades K-5 and 6-8.
Application deadline: Kindergarten, Jan. 31; Grades 1-8, May 31
Community Academy Charter School of Philadelphia
1100 E. Erie Ave., Phila. 19124; 215-533-6700
Grades K-12; 1,207 students; 17:1 student/teacher ratio
36th year providing quality education in two divisions (Elementary and Upper) while responding to non-academic issues that can affect students.
Application deadline: Before lottery on Feb. 7
Delaware Valley Charter High School
5201 Old York Rd., Phila. 19141; 215-455-2550
Grades 9-12; 680 students; 16:1 student/teacher ratio
Develops academics as well as skills crucial to student success in college, such as critical thinking and social development.
Call for application deadline.
Discovery Charter School
4700 Parkside Ave., Phila. 19131; 215-879-8182
Grades K-8; 781 students; 22:1 student/teacher ratio
Fairmount Park school aims to connect the classroom to the real world through dance, drama, art, music, multimedia and culinary arts.
Application deadline: Mar. 31
Eastern University Academy Charter School
3300 Henry Ave., Phila. 19129; 215-769-3111
Grades 7-12; 344 students; 18:1 student/teacher ratio
Early college program lets students earn college credit prior to graduation and pursue interests through internships and service projects.
Application deadline: Jan. 31
Esperanza Academy Charter High School
301 W. Hunting Park Ave., Phila. 19140; 215-457-3667
Grades 6-12; 928 students; 15:1 student/teacher ratio
Emphasis on English, Spanish and technology; cyber charter school component; 2013 US News & World Report Best High School silver medalist.
Application deadline: Nov. 23
Eugenio Maria de Hostos Charter School
6301 N. 2nd St., Phila. 19120; 215-324-7012
Grades K-8; 462 students; 13:1 student/teacher ratio
PA’s first bilingual charter school (Spanish/English) provides STEM initiatives in a technology-rich learning environment.
Application period: Feb. 1-28
First Philadelphia Preparatory Charter School
4300 Tacony St., Phila. 19124; 215-743-3100
Grades K-12; 1,360 students; 19:1 student/teacher ratio
Arts-enriched curriculum with the primary goal of ensuring that all students read at or above grade level after two years of attendance.
Application period: Jan.
Folk Arts-Cultural Treasures Charter School
1023 Callowhill St., Phila. 19123; 215-569-2600
Grades K-8; 482 students; 16:1 student/teacher ratio
Community-oriented curriculum with emphasis on cultural folk arts and languages ranked no. 1 in Philly K-8 schools in 2013-2014.
Application deadline: Feb. 10
Franklin Towne Charter
Elementary School – 4259 Richmond St., Phila. 19137; 215-289-3389
High School – 5301 Tacony St., Phila. 19137; 215-289-5000
Grades K-12; 914 elementary/1,190 high school; 18:1 student/teacher ratio
Family-like atmosphere at both elementary/middle and high schools prepares students for academic success.
Application deadline: Nov. 30
Frederick Douglass Charter School
2118 W. Norris St., Phila. 19121; 215-684-5063
Grades K-8; 757 students; 11:1 student/teacher ratio
Became a Mastery school in July 2015.
Application deadline: Mar, 1
Freire Charter School
Middle School – 1026 Market St., Phila. 19107; 267-670-7499
High School – 2027 Chestnut St., Phila. 19103; 215-557-8555
Grades 5-12; 947 students; 21:1 student/teacher ratio
Two Center City campuses (middle & high school) focus on liberal arts college prep in an environment that emphasizes teamwork and nonviolent conflict resolution.
Application deadline: Jan. 31
Global Leadership Academy Charter School
4601 W. Girard Ave., Phila. 19131; 215-295-5700
Grades K-8; 721 students; 22:1 student/teacher ratio
West Philly school with global worldview splits “scholars” by grade into three smaller learning communities: Rising Stars (K-2), Legendary Leaders (3-6) and Collegiate (7-8).
Application deadline: Open; lottery in Mar.
Green Woods Charter School
468 Domino Lane, Phila. 19128; 215-482-6337
Grades K-8; 628 students; 15:1 student/teacher ratio
Competitive school (1,100+ applicants annually) teaches an eco-conscious EIC curriculum (Using the Environment as an Integrating Context for Learning).
Application deadline: Jan. 15
Harambee Institute of Science and Technology Charter School
638 N. 66th St., Phila. 19151; 215-472-8770
Grades K-8; 532 students; 19:1 student/teacher ratio*
One of city’s first charter schools and PA’s first Afrikan-centered focuses on STEM academics and instills self-reliance.
Application deadline: Mar. 2017
Imhotep Institute Charter High School
6201 N. 21st St., Phila. 19138; 215-438-4140
Grades 9-12; 624 students; 21:1 student/teacher ratio
STEM focus and rigorous academics within an educational program based on the Afrikan principles of Ma’at and Nguzo Saba.
Application deadline: Dec. 15
Independence Charter School
1600 Lombard St., Phila. 19146; 215-238-8000
Grades K-8; 809 students; 14:1 student/teacher ratio
Community-minded Center City school recognized for its global studies program focused on world cultures and second-language acquisition.
Application deadline: Jan. 2017
Inquiry Charter School
1301 Belmont Ave., Phila. 19104; 215-823-5541
Grades K-3; 168 students
Teaching methods that encourage creativity, support problem solving and produce life-long learners.
Application deadline: N/A
John B. Stetson Charter School
3200 B St., Phila. 19134; 215-291-4720
Grades 5-8; 809 students; 12:1 student/teacher ratio
Renaissance school in its fourth year transitioning from public to charter increased reading and math proficiency and decreased suspensions.
Application period: Opens in Aug.
Keystone Academy Charter School
6660 Keystone St., Phila. 19135; 215-332-2111
Grades K-8; 495 students; 16:1 student/teacher ratio
STEM-concentrated curriculum at school that involves educators in students’ lives to create community.
Application deadline: Feb. 28
Khepera Charter School
Lower School – 6610 Anderson St., Phila. 19119
Upper School – 926 W. Sedgley Dr., Phila. 19132; 215-843-1700
Grades K-8; 446 students; 17:1 student/teacher ratio
Focuses on language arts, numeracy and STEM by utilizing traditional Afrikan educational and value systems. Separate Lower School (K-5) and Upper School (6-8).
Call for application deadline.
KIPP Philadelphia Schools
Elementary Academy – 2409 W. Westmoreland St., Phila. 19129; 267-687-7283
Charter School – 2709 N. Broad St., Phila. 19132; 215-227-1728
West Philadelphia Preparatory – 5900 Baltimore Ave., Phila. 19143; 215-294-2973
DuBois Collegiate Academy – 5070 Parkside Ave., Phila. 19131; 215-307-3465
Grades K-12; 1,625 students; 15:1 student/teacher ratio
Academics based on Five Pillars: high expectations, choice & commitment, more time, power to lead and focus on results. Separate elementary, middle and high schools.
Application period: Jan. 1-Mar. 31
Laboratory Charter School of Communication and Languages, The
5339 Lebanon Ave., Phila. 19131; 215-877-9881
5901 Woodbine Ave., Phila. 19131; 215-452-5580
800 N. Orianna Ave., Phila. 19123; 215-574-1680
Grades K-8; 513 students; 16:1 student/teacher ratio*
Promotes French and Spanish bilingualism through academics that teach students to view the world from global, international and national perspectives. Three campuses.
Call for application deadline.
Mariana Bracetti Academy Charter School
1840 Torresdale Ave., Phila. 19124; 215-291-4436
Grades K-12; 1,200 students; 17:1 student/teacher ratio
Equal focus on math, science, social studies and English language arts teaches students to be independent, adaptive problem solvers and effective communicators.
Application deadline: Mar. 3
Maritime Academy Charter School
2275 Bridge St., Phila. 19137; 215-535-4555
Grades 2-12; 780 students; 16:1 student/teacher ratio
High-tech academic program focuses on maritime studies and nautical science in addition to core curriculum subjects.
Application deadline: Feb. 17
Mastery Charter Schools
Citywide – Main Office: 5700 Wayne Ave., Phila. 19144; 215-866-9000
Grades K-12; 13,500 students; 19:1 student/teacher ratio
Eight Renaissance campuses instill values-based curriculum focused on success in higher education and the workforce.
Application deadline: Mar. 1
Mathematics, Sciences & Tech Community Charter School
1800 Byberry Rd., Phila. 19116; 267-348-1100
Grades K-12; 1,320 students; 14:1 student/teacher ratio
Award-winning STEM program runs on the belief that technology-based learning is key to success in both academics and the 21st-century job market.
Application deadline: Jan. 31
Mathematics Civics and Sciences Charter School
447 N. Broad St., Phila. 19123; 215-923-4880
Grades 1-12; 968 students; 20:1 student/teacher ratio*
100% graduation rate and a zero dropout rate for the 12 years since MCS’ first graduating class in 2003.
Application period: Opens in June
Memphis Street Academy Charter School
2950 Memphis St., Phila. 19134; 215-291-4709
Grades 5-8; 867 students; 16:1 student/teacher ratio
Port Richmond–based Renaissance school builds confident readers to increase the student pool applying to Philadelphia’s competitive magnet high schools.
Application period: Opens in Feb.
Multicultural Academy Charter School
3821 N. Broad St., Phila. 19140; 215-227-0513
Grades 9-12; 249 students; 15:1 student/teacher ratio
Standards-driven academics bolstered by focus on multiculturalism, technology and the arts in an extended school day.
Application deadline: Jan. 9
New Foundations Charter School
8001 Torresdale Ave., Phila. 19136; 215-624-8100
Grades K-12; 1,247 students; 18:1 student/teacher ratio
Two campuses (elementary/middle and high school) offer challenging curriculum that extends from the classroom into the community.
Application deadline: Feb. 3
Northwood Academy Charter School
4621 Castor Ave., Phila. 19124; 215-289-5606
Grades K-8; 788 students; 16:1 student/teacher ratio
Emphasizes comprehensive literacy and mathematical instruction; single-gender classrooms starting in 7th grade.
Application deadline: Feb. 17
Olney Charter High School
100 W. Duncannon Ave., Phila. 19120; 215-456-3014
Grades 9-12; 1,735 students; 13:1 student/teacher ratio
Renaissance School merged two public schools, with improved academic outcomes and grants for new technology and nutrition program.
Year-round enrollment.
Pan American Academy Charter School
2830 N. American St., Phila. 19133; 215-425-1212
Grades K-8; 730 students; 17:1 student/teacher ratio
Rigorous instruction instills bilingualism and cultural awareness; authorized as an International Baccalaureate School for the Primary Years Programme.
Application deadline: Feb. 26
People for People Charter School
800 N. Broad St., Phila. 19130; 215-763-7060
Grades K-8; 540 students; 13:1 student/teacher ratio
Challenging academics with focus on the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, including economic, community and career education.
Call for application deadline.
Philadelphia Academy
Grade School – 11000 Roosevelt Blvd., Phila. 19116; 215-676-8320
High School – 1700 Tomlinson Rd., Phila. 19116; 215-673-3390
Grades K-12; 1,159 students; 14:1 student/teacher ratio
Rigorous instruction and state-of-the-art educational tools; cited for excellence by PA Dept. of Education for service to students with special needs.
Application deadline: Jan. 1
Philadelphia Charter School for Arts and Sciences, The
1197 Haworth St., Phila. 19124; 215-537-2520
Grades K-8; 987 students; 15:1 student/teacher ratio
Offers a comprehensive educational program that uses the arts as a model for education and to prepare students for success.
Application deadline: Open
Philadelphia Electrical & Technology Charter High School
1420 Chestnut St., Phila. 19102; 267-514-1824
Grades 9-12; 575 students; 17:1 student/teacher ratio
Educates students for 21st-century jobs; dual enrollment program with the Community College of Philadelphia; award-winning co-op program.
Application deadline: Jan. 31
Philadelphia Montessori Charter School
2227 Island Ave., Phila. 19142; 215-365-4011
Grades PreK-6; 179 students; 13:1 student/teacher ratio
Philly’s only public Montessori school.
Application deadline: Jan. 17
Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School
2600 S. Broad St., Phila. 19145; 215-551-4000
Grades K-12; 1,417 students; 19:1 student/teacher ratio
Makes the arts the catalyst for learning; two campuses, including one with a dedicated ballet studio, vocal and instrumental music classrooms and an indoor pool.
Application deadline: Jan. 27
Preparatory Charter School of Math, Science, Technology & Careers, The
1928 Point Breeze Ave., Phila. 19145; 215-334-6144
Grades 9-12; 626 students*; 17:1 student/teacher ratio*
College prep curriculum includes ACT prep courses, free tutoring programs and early college enrollment; first charter school to participate in PIAA sports.
Call for application deadline.
Richard Allen Preparatory Charter School
2601 S. 58th St., Phila. 19143; 215-878-1544
Grades 5-8; 491 students; 20:1 student/teacher ratio
Rigorous instruction backed by four Keystone Awards and recognition for Reading Olympics, environmental studies program and team sports.
Application period: Jan.-Mar.
Russell Byers Charter School
1911 Arch St., Phila. 19103; 215-972-1700
Grades PreK-7; 494 students; 16:1 student/teacher ratio
Expeditionary learning curriculum based on Outward Bound principals; one of few local schools to offer full-day Kindergarten for 4-year-olds.
Application period: Jan.-Feb.
Sankofa Freedom Academy
2501 Kensington Ave., Phila. 19125; 215-288-2001
Grades K-12; 649 students; 18:1 student/teacher ratio
College prep “freedom” school based on Afrikan-centered “each one/teach one” intergenerational learning communities.
Application deadline: Jan. 2017
String Theory Charter School for the Arts & Sciences
East Campus – 2407 S. Broad St., Phila. 19145; 215-278-2460
Edmunds Campus – 1197 Haworth St., Phila. 19124; 215-537-2520
Vine Street Campus – 1600 Vine St., Phila. 19102; 267-428-2224
West Campus – 2600 S. Broad St., Phila. 19148; 215-551-4000
Grades K-8; 982 students*; 17:1 student/teacher ratio*
Renaissance School merges core academics with technology and the performing arts, including vocal and instrumental music, ballet, visual arts and creative writing.
Application deadline: Jan. 27
Southwest Leadership Academy
7101 Paschall Ave., Phila. 19142; 215-729-1939
Grades K-8; 455 students; 20:1 student/teacher ratio
“Scholars” develop leadership through Southwest Philly community-rejuvenation projects and rigorous academics.
Call for application deadline.
Tacony Academy Charter School
1330 Rhawn St., Phila. 19111; 215-742-5100
Grades K-12; 1,074 students; 19:1 student/teacher ratio
Hones problem-solving and creative and critical thinking through the teaching of the art of invention and applied science.
Application deadline: Feb. 2017
TECH Freire Charter School
2221 North Broad St., Phila. 19132; 267-507-1111
Grades 9-11; 580 students (projected)
Offers real and rigorous academics so students can be ready to pursue their futures to the fullest potential.
Application deadline: Jan. 27
Universal Alcorn Charter School
3200 Dickenson St., Phila. 19146; 215-952-6219
Grades K-8; 521 students; 46:1 student/teacher ratio
Renaissance School with holistic learning approach that focuses on academics, self-sufficiency, community and civic responsibility.
Call for application deadline.
Universal Audenried Charter High School
32nd Morris St., Phila. 19145; 215-952-4801
Grades 9-12; 649 students; 22:1 student/teacher ratio
Extended school days and Saturday enrichment classes; students in career and technical academies can earn up to nine credits at the Community College of Philadelphia.
Call for application deadline.
Universal Bluford Charter School
5720 Media St., Phila. 19131; 215-581-5502
Grades K-6; 457 students; 26:1 student/teacher ratio
Community-enriched educational institution serving W. Philly students; academics enhanced by culturally based principles of Nguzo Saba.
Call for application deadline.
Universal Creighton Charter School
5401 Tabor Ave., Phila. 19120; 215-537-2531
Grades K-8; 750 students; 18:1 student/teacher ratio
Community-enriched academics teach students to work cooperatively within a diverse school culture.
Call for application deadline.
Universal Daroff Charter School
5630 Vine St., Phila. 19139; 215-471-2905
Grades K-8; 703 students; 18:1 student/teacher ratio
Science and digital learning campus emphasizes academics, self-sufficiency and civic responsibility.
Call for application deadline.
Universal Institute Charter School
1415 Catherine St., Phila. 19146; 215-732-2876
Grades K-8; 681 students; 21:1 student/teacher ratio
School-to-career academic program that utilizes community resources through partnerships with families, businesses, civic groups and social agencies.
Call for application deadline.
Universal Vare Charter School
2100 S. 24th St., Phila. 19145; 215-952-8611
Grades K-8; 376 students; 16:1 student/teacher ratio
STEM- and arts-focused academy offers only career and technical-education middle school program in South Philly.
Call for application deadline.
West Oak Lane Charter School
7115 Stenton Ave., Phila. 19138; 215-927-7995
Grades K-8; 1,044 students; 21:1 student/teacher ratio
Innovative, structured curriculum in science, tech and the humanities; recent medals for Reading Olympics and Penn Relay races.
Application deadline: April 3
West Philadelphia Achievement Charter Elementary School
6701 Callowhill St., Phila. 19151; 215-476-6471
Grades K-5; 652 students; 21:1 student/teacher ratio
Arts and technology-infused critical-thinking curriculum based on the belief that all children can learn; partnership with paraprofessionals at Temple University.
Application period: Opens in Feb.
Wissahickon Charter School
4700 Wissahickon Ave., Phila. 19144; 267-338-1020
815 E Washington Ln., Phila. 19138; 267-774-4370
Grades K-8; 468 students (per campus); 16:1 student/teacher ratio
Service-learning projects, an environmental focus and a strong emphasis on family involvement infuse academics.
Call for application deadline.
World Communications Charter School
512 S. Broad St., Phila. 19146; 215-735-3198
Grades 6-12; 559 students; 17:1 student/teacher ratio
College-prep academics, a Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship program and educational connections via the Center City cultural and business communities.
Call for application deadline.
Young Scholars Charter School
900 N. Marshall St., Phila. 19123; 215-232-9727
Grades 6-8; 250 students; 13:1 student/teacher ratio
Extended day and school-year program gives students 33 percent more time in class; focused, progressive academics.
Application deadline: Mar. 7
YouthBuild Philadelphia Charter School
1231 N. Broad St., Phila. 19122; 215-627-8671
Grade 12 only; 258 students; 36:1 student/teacher ratio
Accelerated diploma program for out-of-school youth; all enrolled students are part-time AmeriCorps members and perform at least 450 hours of community service.
Application period: Jan.-Aug.
SUBURBAN CHARTER SCHOOLS
Avon Grove Charter School
110 West State Rd., West Grove, PA 19390; 484-667-5000
Grades K-12; 1,618 students; 15:1 student/teacher ratio
Constructivist approach in highly intensive cooperative learning environment that fosters acceptance of differences.
Call for application deadline.
Bucks County Montessori Charter School
219 Tyburn Rd., Fairless Hills, PA 19030; 215-428-6700
Grades K-6; 200 students; 11:1 student/teacher ratio
Highly rated Montessori-based school for students in Pennsbury as well as Bristol, Bensalem, Centennial, Council Rock, Morrisville and Neshaminy.
Application deadline: Feb. 28
Center for Performing and Fine Arts
211 Carter Dr., West Chester, PA 19382; 610-430-6525
Grades 6-12; 200 students*; 8:1 student/teacher ratio*
Audition-based program in music, dance, art and theater for students enrolled in the virtual PA Leadership Charter School.
Application deadline: Mar. 29
Center for Student Learning Charter School at Pennsbury
345 Lakeside Dr., Levittown, PA 19054; 215-269-7390
Grades 6-12; 141 students; 8:1 student/teacher ratio
Alternative learning environment centered on meeting students at their own academic level; school of choice open to any PA resident.
Application deadline: Open
Chester Charter School for the Arts, The
200 Commerce Dr., Aston, PA 19014; 610-859-3010
Grades K-10; 372 students; 12:1 student/teacher ratio
Arts-integrated curriculum that merges dance, music, theater and the visual arts with core subjects.
Application deadline: Jan. 27
Chester Co. Family Academy Charter School
530 E. Union St., West Chester, PA 19382; 610-696-5910
Grades K-2; 71 students*; 13:1 student/teacher ratio
Science-based and experiential learning delivered through the arts; yearly integrated theme connected to everyday life.
Application deadline: Mar. 15
Chester Community Charter School
214 E. 5th St., Chester, PA 19013; 610-447-0400
Grades K-8; 3,126 students; 15:1 student/teacher ratio
Student-centered learning via results-driven academics on three campuses; focus on building life skills and partnering with parents.
Call for application deadline.
Collegium Charter School
535 James Hance Court., Exton, PA 19341; 610-903-1300
Grades K-12; 2,216 students; 13:1 student/teacher ratio
Founded by West Chester residents to offer strong academics; phonics, classical and multicultural literature; personalized plans for each student.
Application deadline: Jan. 11
Renaissance Academy Charter School
40 Pine Crest St., Phoenixville, PA 19460; 610-983-4080
Grades K-12; 1,060 students; 10:1 student/teacher ratio
PA’s highest-ranked K-12 charter school provides college-prep liberal arts education to students from 20 surrounding school districts.
Application deadline: Dec. 16
School Lane Charter School
2400 Bristol Pke., Bensalem, PA 19020; 215-245-6055
Grades K-12; 882 students; 14:1 student/teacher ratio
School as sanctuary — safe, physically protected and emotionally literate learning environment; Bucks Co.’s first International Baccalaureate World School.
Application period: Jan. 28-Mar. 1, Bensalem residents; Feb. 11-Mar, 1, nonresidents
Souderton Charter School Collaborative
110 E. Broad St., Souderton, PA 18964; 215-721-4071
Grades K-8; 204 students; 11:1 student/teacher ratio
Multi-age groupings within individualized, experiential program that focuses on the local environment, community and nature; National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.
Application period: Jan.-Feb.
Vision Academy Charter School
41 E. Baltimore Ave., Lansdowne, PA 19050; 484-466-2124
Grades K-8
Gives every child access to a rich, well-rounded, and rigorous curriculum and uses technology to foster independence in learning.
Application deadline: Mar. 31
Widener Partnership Charter School
1450 Edgmont Ave., Chester, PA 19013; 610-872-1358
Grades K-7; 411 students; 14:1 student/teacher ratio
Instills students with behaviors, task commitment and creativity to succeed in the current educational climate.
Application period: Opens in Feb.
SUBURBAN CHARTER SCHOOLS
21st-Century Cyber Charter School
877-WEB-CYBER (932-39237)
Grades 6-12; 846 students; 21:1 student/teacher ratio
Highest ranked PA cyber school with individualized learning, 24/7 course access and a 56 hour-per-week window to work with teachers.
Application deadline: Mar. 13
Achievement House Cyber Charter School
484-615-6200
Grades 7-12; 500 students; 15:1 student/teacher ratio
Virtual classroom with local resource center in Exton; custom-designed web platform for live classes and interactive coursework.
Application period: Opens in Feb.
ACT Academy Cyber Charter School
267-297-1668
Grades 9-12; 157 students; 37:1 student/teacher ratio
College prep high school with career focus via project-based learning; two free student retreats per year.
Call for application deadline.
Agora Cyber Charter School
844-402-4672
Grades K-12; 9,490 students; 25:1 student/teacher ratio
Blend of live and offline instruction by family coach, learning coach and teaching team provides students with personalized, collaborative learning experience.
Application period: Opens Mar. 21
Aspira Bilingual Cyber Charter School
267-297-1883
Grades K-12; 150 students; 17:1 student/teacher ratio
PA’s first bilingual cyber charter school (Spanish/English), going into its third school year, has several AP course options.
Call for application deadline.
Central PA Digital Learning Foundation Charter School
814-682-5258
Grades K-12; 147 students; 14:1 student/teacher ratio
Parents are active partners in the development of instructional plan; technology promotes in-depth research and collaboration.
Call for application deadline.
Commonwealth Connections Academy Charter School
717-651-6500
Grades K-12; 8,037 students; 25:1 student/teacher ratio
Provides after-hours program with real-time teacher support, dozens of in-person clubs and hundreds of field trips.
Application period: Opens in June
Esperanza Cyber Charter School
215-967-9703
Grades K-12; 152 students; 41:1 student/teacher ratio
Cyber school adjunct of Philly charter school offers a custom online learning program to students in English and Spanish.
Application period: Open
Pennsylvania Cyber Charter School
888-722-9237
Grades K-12; 10,389 students; 46:1 student/teacher ratio
The arts, STEM and gifted programs are offered within student-centered instructional model; award-winning family support department.
Application period: Open
Pennsylvania Distance Learning Charter School
888-997-3352
Grades K-12; 509 students; 20:1 student/teacher ratio
Live learning sessions with peers emphasize teacher-student relationship, augmented by novels, workbooks and offline projects.
Application period: Open
Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School
610-701-3333
Grades K-12; 2,428 students; 17:1 student/teacher ratio
Cyber charter school merges classically based curriculum with latest technology. Global awareness developed through the study of great leaders in history.
Application deadline: Mar. 29
Pennsylvania Virtual Charter School (PA Virtual)
610-275-8500
Grades K-12; 2,721 students; 33:1 student/teacher ratio
Students work at own pace, get personalized help daily and participate in group music lessons and sports clubs; 55% of teachers hold a Master’s degree or higher.
Application period: Open
SusQ-Cyber Charter School
866-370-1226
Grades 9-12; 153 students; 13:1 student/teacher ratio
Blended curriculum merges individual student plan with learning from 11 online instructional providers.
Call for application deadline.
*previous year’s data