Serving 344 students in grades 9-12, Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School's student population of 344 students has grown by 112% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 68% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
344 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#500 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
29%
14%
White
58%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School's ranking?
Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School is ranked #500 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School?
The graduation rate of Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School is 90%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School?
344 students attend Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School?
Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School offer ?
Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School part of?
Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School is part of Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School District.
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