Serving 529 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Vision Academy 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 21% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vision Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Vision Academy Charter School's student population of 529 students has grown by 65% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 79% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Rankings
Vision Academy 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 Vision Academy Charter School is 0.22, 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
#2285 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
88%
14%
White
5%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
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 Vision Academy Charter School's ranking?
Vision Academy Charter School is ranked #2285 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Vision Academy Charter School often compared to?
Vision Academy Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Lansdowne Elementary School, Charles Kelly Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Vision Academy Charter School?
529 students attend Vision Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Vision Academy Charter School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vision Academy Charter School?
Vision Academy Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Vision Academy Charter School offer ?
Vision Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vision Academy Charter School part of?
Vision Academy Charter School is part of Vision Academy Charter School District.
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