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.
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

Student Demographics for Pennsylvania Leadership CS
Demographic Student Count
White1,655
Hispanic271
Black486
Asian257
Two or More190
American Indian9
Pacific Islander6
  • White
    1,655 (57.6%)
  • Black
    486 (16.9%)
  • Hispanic
    271 (9.4%)
  • Asian
    257 (8.9%)
  • Two or More
    190 (6.6%)
  • American Indian
    9 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    6 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pennsylvania Leadership CS
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten80
Grade 180
Grade 2111
Grade 3101
Grade 4126
Grade 5133
Grade 6177
Grade 7230
Grade 8301
Grade 9384
Grade 10355
Grade 11411
Grade 12385
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pennsylvania Leadership CS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,50152.2%
Male1,37347.8%
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