Serving 325 students in grades 2-8, Provident 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 12% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 2-8
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Provident Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Provident Charter School's student population of 325 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Provident 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 Provident Charter School is 0.51, 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
#2523 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
20%
14%
White
67%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Provident Charter School's ranking?
Provident Charter School is ranked #2523 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Provident Charter School?
325 students attend Provident Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Provident Charter School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Provident Charter School?
Provident Charter School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Provident Charter School offer ?
Provident Charter School offers enrollment in grades 2-8
What school district is Provident Charter School part of?
Provident Charter School is part of Provident Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Provident Charter School located?
Provident Charter School is located in the Troy Hill neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Troy Hill.
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