Serving 628 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Roberto Clemente 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 27% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roberto Clemente Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Roberto Clemente Charter School's student population of 628 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roberto Clemente 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 Roberto Clemente Charter School is 0.10, 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
#2436 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
95%
14%
Black
4%
14%
White
1%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roberto Clemente Charter School's ranking?
Roberto Clemente Charter School is ranked #2436 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 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roberto Clemente Charter School?
The graduation rate of Roberto Clemente Charter School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Roberto Clemente Charter School?
628 students attend Roberto Clemente Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Roberto Clemente Charter School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roberto Clemente Charter School?
Roberto Clemente Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roberto Clemente Charter School offer ?
Roberto Clemente Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Roberto Clemente Charter School part of?
Roberto Clemente Charter School is part of Roberto Clemente Charter School District.
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