Serving 1,009 students in grades Kindergarten-12, York Academy Regional 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 28% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,009 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
York Academy Regional Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
York Academy Regional Charter School's student population of 1,009 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,009 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Motto
Shape Bright Futures
School Rankings
York Academy Regional 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 York Academy Regional Charter School is 0.72, which is more 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
#1901 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
38%
15%
Black
29%
14%
White
22%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
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 York Academy Regional Charter School's ranking?
York Academy Regional Charter School is ranked #1901 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are York Academy Regional Charter School often compared to?
York Academy Regional Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of York Academy Regional Charter School?
The graduation rate of York Academy Regional Charter School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend York Academy Regional Charter School?
1,009 students attend York Academy Regional Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of York Academy Regional Charter School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of York Academy Regional Charter School?
York Academy Regional Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does York Academy Regional Charter School offer ?
York Academy Regional Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is York Academy Regional Charter School part of?
York Academy Regional Charter School is part of York Academy Regional Charter School District.
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