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Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs

School · Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS

5580 Goods Lane Suite 1132, Altoona, PA 16602

Charter Virtual

Enrollment

193

Student-Teacher

6.7:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#2,225 of 2,846

In Altoona

#7 of 11

public schools

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs

4.7/10

School in Altoona · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs

Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs is a public school in Altoona, PA, part of Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS. Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs serves approximately 193 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 6.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,225 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts below PA schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 193 students, Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 6.7:1 students to teachers, Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics1.8Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7.9% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17.1% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-32.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-36.9 pts
Overall Proficiency13% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)74% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-61.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
College Readiness2.8Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate49.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio6.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,811
Chronic Absenteeism35.8%

Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs — Students at Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 21.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
41.4% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 34.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
57.1% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 33 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2010
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2012
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2024
Math
8.7%
ELA
23.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.3/10.

How Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs Compares

See how Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
22th percentile in PA
Academic
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
35.8%

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5580 Goods Lane Suite 1132, Altoona, PA 16602

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs may also want to explore other schools in the area. Hollidaysburg Area SHS (rated 7.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Hollidaysburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Baker El Sch (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charles W Longer El Sch (rated 6.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Hollidaysburg), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Altoona, see our Altoona schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLY TRINITY MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS Altoona 0.7 mi 6.7
HARBOR HOUSE CENTER EARLY ACADEMICS Altoona 1.0 mi
SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL - MIFFLINTOWN Altoona 0.9 mi
Baker El Sch Altoona 1.1 mi 7.1
SOARING HEIGHTS SCHOOL Altoona 0.9 mi 5.9
MERAKEY EDUCATION CENTER Altoona 1.0 mi
Pleasant Valley El Sch Altoona 1.7 mi 3.6
Hollidaysburg Area SHS Hollidaysburg 2.0 mi 7.5
BISHOP GUILFOYLE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Altoona 2.0 mi 6.2
Mowrie A Ebner El Sch Altoona 1.7 mi 4.6
Charles W Longer El Sch Hollidaysburg 2.2 mi 6.9
Hollidaysburg Area JHS Hollidaysburg 2.4 mi 4.6
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hollidaysburg 2.7 mi 4.9
HOLY TRINITY ELEMENTARY HOLIDAYSBURG CAMPUS Hollidaysburg 2.7 mi 6.8
Greater Altoona Career and Technology Center Altoona 2.8 mi
PENN-MONT ACADEMY Hollidaysburg 3.0 mi 6.1
Altoona Area HS Altoona 3.0 mi 5.1
Altoona Area Jr HS Altoona 3.0 mi 4.6
Penn-Lincoln El Sch Altoona 3.0 mi 6.1
TENDER LOVE FOR CHILDREN CHILD CARE Altoona 3.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 16602 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,097

Median Home Value

$120,200

Median Rent

$842/mo

Population

27,014

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

67.6%

Avg Commute

18.9 min

Poverty Rate

18.3%

Median Age

41.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs

What grades does Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs serve?

Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs?

Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs has an enrollment of approximately 193 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs?

The student-teacher ratio at Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs rank in PA?

Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs ranks #2,225 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs's MySchoolScout rating?

Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs a charter school?

Yes, Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs a Title I school?

No, Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation Cs is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
193
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Blair County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
35.8%
4-Year Graduation
49.5%

District

Central Pennsylvania Digital Learning Foundation CS
District Enrollment
193
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,811
District Rank
#1 of 1

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