Serving 134 students in grades 9-12, Passport Academy Charter School ranks in the bottom 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 <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (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 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 45-49% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Passport Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Passport Academy Charter School's student population of 134 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Passport Academy 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 Passport Academy Charter School is 0.13, 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
#1867 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
93%
14%
White
5%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
45-49%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
50%
48%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Passport Academy Charter School's ranking?
Passport Academy Charter School is ranked #1867 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Passport Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Passport Academy Charter School is 45-49%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Passport Academy Charter School?
134 students attend Passport Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Passport Academy Charter School students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Passport Academy Charter School?
Passport Academy Charter School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Passport Academy Charter School offer ?
Passport Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Passport Academy Charter School part of?
Passport Academy Charter School is part of Passport Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Passport Academy Charter School located?
Passport Academy Charter School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown.
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