Pennsylvania Leadership CS
Charter School
2,874 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School (PALCS) is a tuition-free, public cyber charter school serving students in grades K–12 across the state of Pennsylvania. Headquartered in West Chester, the school utilizes a sophisticated online learning platform to provide a flexible, asynchronous education that allows students to work at their own pace. By blending rigorous academic standards with the convenience of remote instruction, PALCS aims to provide an individualized educational experience that can be tailored to the specific needs and goals of each student, whether they are pursuing advanced academics, performing arts, or extracurricular passions.
Beyond its core curriculum, PALCS is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular offerings and its focus on fostering a sense of community despite its virtual nature. The school provides students with opportunities to participate in clubs, student organizations, and periodic in-person events throughout the state, ensuring that students stay engaged socially and academically. With a commitment to innovation, the school also features specialized programs, such as the Center for Performing and Fine Arts, providing a comprehensive alternative for families seeking an educational environment that differs from the traditional brick-and-mortar classroom setting.
Beyond its core curriculum, PALCS is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular offerings and its focus on fostering a sense of community despite its virtual nature. The school provides students with opportunities to participate in clubs, student organizations, and periodic in-person events throughout the state, ensuring that students stay engaged socially and academically. With a commitment to innovation, the school also features specialized programs, such as the Center for Performing and Fine Arts, providing a comprehensive alternative for families seeking an educational environment that differs from the traditional brick-and-mortar classroom setting.
2,874
Total Students
253.7
Full-Time Teachers
11.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,655 |
| Hispanic | 271 |
| Black | 486 |
| Asian | 257 |
| Two or More | 190 |
| American Indian | 9 |
| Pacific Islander | 6 |
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White1,655 (57.6%)
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Black486 (16.9%)
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Hispanic271 (9.4%)
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Asian257 (8.9%)
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Two or More190 (6.6%)
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American Indian9 (0.3%)
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Pacific Islander6 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | Exclusively virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Pennsylvania Leadership CS |
| Phone: | (610)701-3333 |
| Grade Range: | K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 2,874 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 253.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
80
Grade 1
80
Grade 2
111
Grade 3
101
Grade 4
126
Grade 5
133
Grade 6
177
Grade 7
230
Grade 8
301
Grade 9
384
Grade 10
355
Grade 11
411
Grade 12
385
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 80 |
| Grade 1 | 80 |
| Grade 2 | 111 |
| Grade 3 | 101 |
| Grade 4 | 126 |
| Grade 5 | 133 |
| Grade 6 | 177 |
| Grade 7 | 230 |
| Grade 8 | 301 |
| Grade 9 | 384 |
| Grade 10 | 355 |
| Grade 11 | 411 |
| Grade 12 | 385 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,501 | 52.2% |
| Male | 1,373 | 47.8% |
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