Serving 1,239 students in grades 6-12, 21st Century Cyber Charter School ranks in the top 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,239 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 52% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
21st Century Cyber Charter School's student population of 1,239 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
21st Century Cyber 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 21st Century Cyber Charter School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1264 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
16%
14%
White
66%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
71%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 21st Century Cyber Charter School's ranking?
21st Century Cyber Charter School is ranked #1264 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are 21st Century Cyber Charter School often compared to?
21st Century Cyber Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School, Pennsylvania Virtual 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 36% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of 21st Century Cyber Charter School?
The graduation rate of 21st Century Cyber Charter School is 71%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend 21st Century Cyber Charter School?
1,239 students attend 21st Century Cyber Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of 21st Century Cyber Charter School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of 21st Century Cyber Charter School?
21st Century Cyber Charter School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does 21st Century Cyber Charter School offer ?
21st Century Cyber Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is 21st Century Cyber Charter School part of?
21st Century Cyber Charter School is part of 21st Century Cyber Charter School District.
School Reviews
4 4/11/2022
My parents have done online school with me for several years, but during high school, we started looking into different things. We ended up going with the 21st Century. It is the smallest school I have ever attended, and I went to a thriving public school when I was younger. They offered interesting courses and sold us on the idea of high academic performance. Along the way, I struggled with doing everything in an online-only format (it made retaining information harder, and I am someone who loves reading books.) Additionally, some of my teachers were helpful while others spent class time in lazy discussion. I picked up attitudes and it affected my performance. This school is all about just completing coursework and doing well on test scores. It does not offer a public school experience. Toward the last two years of my schooling, I feared whether I would be able to find employment and became bored. My goal all my life has been to go to college, but now I am not sure if it is possible for me. If you are someone who loves challenges and doesn't mind interacting with people, don't go with an all-online format. It will crush you. If you want to complete school as easily as possible, then go to this one.
5 8/12/2018
We have been thrilled at 21st CCCS! The academic standards are high with a great variety in assignments that encourage out-of-the-box and critical thinking. The staff and teacher support has been perfect. My son is learning and excelling in this school. We also love the various activities and field trips throughout the year.
2 4/20/2009
I was highly disappointed with my child's experience at this school. While we were promised the world, very few of those promises came to fruition. Some teachers are very kind and helpful, but we had a very negative experience with the student support manager who, despite his title, offered little in the way of actual support. My child was one who never struggled to get good grades and we thought we'd give this school a try as we'd heard it was more challenging and had "out of the box" thinking -- but I truly wish we'd never switched.
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