Serving 199 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Keystone Education Center 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Keystone Education Center Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Keystone Education Center Charter School's student population of 199 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Keystone Education Center 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 Keystone Education Center Charter School is 0.43, 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
#2449 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
18%
14%
White
73%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keystone Education Center Charter School's ranking?
Keystone Education Center Charter School is ranked #2449 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Keystone Education Center Charter School?
The graduation rate of Keystone Education Center Charter School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Keystone Education Center Charter School?
199 students attend Keystone Education Center Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Keystone Education Center Charter School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Keystone Education Center Charter School?
Keystone Education Center Charter School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Keystone Education Center Charter School offer ?
Keystone Education Center Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Keystone Education Center Charter School part of?
Keystone Education Center Charter School is part of Keystone Education Center Charter School District.
School Reviews
5 3/23/2020
I am incredibly grateful that there was an alternative to our home public school, other than cyber. My son would continually complain of stomach problems prior to school, was visibly stressed out and defiant at home; then we tried Keystone. The stress, stomach problems and defiance all went away after he began attending. He talks well about the teachers and appreciates that they are actually trying to teach (opposed to just passing out handouts and driving standardized curriculum objectives - without regard to whether everyone is keeping up or not). Every child is an individual learner- there is no standardized child.. We are forever in your debt. Thank you!!!!!
5 2/25/2017
keystone charter school is the best for me because I am person who finds more one on one education better. I have no complaints. awesome teacher who are more about the students. Mr. Gentile the ceo of the school is always around and is super cool. the administration is all about the students to. you can't find a better charter school than Keystone charter school. I am a proud Keystone Cougar!
5 2/17/2011
Keystone Charter school was the best thing that happened to me i went from failing school to straight A's. The teachers are all about the students, they focus on makin sure that the students are learning the material then leturing the material and throwing a test in front of you. I would recommend Keystone Charter School to anybody. I am pround to say i graduated from Keystone!
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