Pennsylvania Distance Learning CS

Pennsylvania Distance Learning CS is an open, independent public charter school district headquartered at 2605 Nicholson Road in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. Situated within a large suburban setting in the greater Pittsburgh metropolitan area, the district operates as a single-school local education agency providing a comprehensive educational program spanning Kindergarten through 12th grade. The district educates a diverse student body of 1,249 enrolled students, comprising 630 male and 619 female learners. The student population reflects a vibrant demographic mix, including 446 White, 385 Black, 279 Hispanic, 111 multiracial, 13 American Indian, 11 Asian, and 4 Pacific Islander students.

The district’s student enrollment spans all primary and secondary grade levels, showing a particularly strong upper-level presence led by 225 ninth-grade students alongside 130 tenth-graders, 121 eleventh-graders, and 107 seniors, balanced by primary and middle grade cohorts across Kindergarten through eighth grade. To support its learning environment, Pennsylvania Distance Learning CS maintains a substantial staffing footprint of over 337 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees. This dedicated workforce includes 203.2 FTE teachers, nearly 129.8 FTE support staff members, and 4 instructional aides, reflecting a significant commitment to instructional guidance and operational support across its framework. Families and researchers seeking additional information can contact the district directly at (724) 933-7300 or visit their official website at padistance.org.