School Overview
Spectrum Charter School, located in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, is a specialized educational institution dedicated to serving students with autism spectrum disorders. The school distinguishes itself through a highly structured, individualized approach to learning that integrates rigorous academics with essential social and behavioral support. By maintaining smaller class sizes and utilizing specialized instructional strategies, Spectrum creates a supportive environment designed to meet the unique sensory, communication, and academic needs of each student, helping them navigate the challenges of the general curriculum while building personal independence.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school places a strong emphasis on functional life skills and community integration, aiming to prepare students for a successful transition into adulthood. The curriculum is tailored to foster self-advocacy and social development, ensuring that students not only meet educational benchmarks but also gain the practical tools necessary for post-secondary success. Through its commitment to a personalized, inclusive, and therapeutic educational framework, Spectrum Charter School serves as a vital resource for families in the region seeking a focused, autism-responsive learning environment.
60
Total Students
7.7
Full-Time Teachers
7.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Spectrum CS
Demographic Student Count
White34
Hispanic3
Black17
Asian1
Two or More5
  • White
    34 (56.7%)
  • Black
    17 (28.3%)
  • Two or More
    5 (8.3%)
  • Hispanic
    3 (5.0%)
  • Asian
    1 (1.7%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Spectrum CS
Phone: (412)374-8130
Website: http://www.Spectrumcsi.org
Grade Range: 7th - 12th
Total Students: 60
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 7.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 7.8
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch: N/A
Grades Taught
Grade 7 2
Grade 8 10
Grade 9 15
Grade 10 8
Grade 11 8
Grade 12 17

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Spectrum CS
Grade Student Count
Grade 72
Grade 810
Grade 915
Grade 108
Grade 118
Grade 1217
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Spectrum CS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female2135%
Male3965%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)