Serving 1,473 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mast Community Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher 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 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mast Community Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Mast Community Charter School's student population of 1,473 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,473 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mast Community 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 Mast Community Charter School is 0.62, 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
#843 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
12%
14%
White
58%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mast Community Charter School's ranking?
Mast Community Charter School is ranked #843 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mast Community Charter School often compared to?
Mast Community Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Philadelphia Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% 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 Mast Community Charter School?
The graduation rate of Mast Community Charter School is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mast Community Charter School?
1,473 students attend Mast Community Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Mast Community Charter School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mast Community Charter School?
Mast Community Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mast Community Charter School offer ?
Mast Community Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Mast Community Charter School part of?
Mast Community Charter School is part of Mast Community Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Mast Community Charter School located?
Mast Community Charter School is located in the Northeast Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 28 other public schools located in Northeast Philadelphia.
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