Serving 4,957 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Agora Cyber 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 7% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (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 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 4,957 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 54% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Agora Cyber Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Agora Cyber Charter School's student population of 4,957 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 411 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
4,957 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
411 teachers
Students by Grade
Year Founded
2005
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
Agora Cyber 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 Agora Cyber Charter School is 0.67, which is more 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
#2409 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
32%
14%
White
45%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
54%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Agora Cyber Charter School, established in 2005, is an online public school for Pennsylvania students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Agora`s rigorous curriculum is taught by Pennsylvania certified teachers trained to provide virtual instruction in real time and are focused on providing all students the educational resources and skills needed to become successful lifelong learners. Once enrolled with Agora, each student receives a computer, printer and all resource materials needed to be successful in our online school. An extensive variety of extracurricular online and in-person activities guarantees an enriching assortment of social opportunities providing the student with a well-rounded educational experience. Agora is a Pennsylvania public school of choice, as with all public schools there is no cost to the families, and like all public schools, tuition is paid by Pennsylvania taxpayers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Agora Cyber Charter School's ranking?
Agora Cyber Charter School is ranked #2409 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Agora Cyber Charter School often compared to?
Agora Cyber Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Insight Pa Cyber Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Agora Cyber Charter School?
The graduation rate of Agora Cyber Charter School is 54%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Agora Cyber Charter School?
4,957 students attend Agora Cyber Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Agora Cyber Charter School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 Agora Cyber Charter School?
Agora Cyber Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Agora Cyber Charter School offer ?
Agora Cyber Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Agora Cyber Charter School part of?
Agora Cyber Charter School is part of Agora Cyber Charter School District.
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