Below Average
#2383 of 2,846 schools in PA
Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs
School · Commonwealth Charter Academy CS
One Innovation Way, Harrisburg, PA 17110
Enrollment
23,589
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
23,589
Student-Teacher
16.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,383 of 2,846
In Harrisburg
#30 of 40
public schools
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs
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About Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs
Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs is a public school in Harrisburg, PA, part of Commonwealth Charter Academy CS. Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs serves approximately 23,589 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 16.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,383 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs is a large school: 23,589 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
Test scores at Commonwealth Charter Academy 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.
Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs — Students at Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 44 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.4/10.
How Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs Compares
See how Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
One Innovation Way, Harrisburg, PA 17110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs may also want to explore other schools in the area. LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cougar Academy (rated 6.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,499
Median Home Value
$206,200
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
26,401
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
62.1%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
38.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs
What grades does Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs serve?
Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs?
Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs has an enrollment of approximately 23,589 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs?
The student-teacher ratio at Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs is 16.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs rank in PA?
Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs ranks #2,383 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs's MySchoolScout rating?
Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs a charter school?
Yes, Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs a Title I school?
No, Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs?
59.1% of students at Commonwealth Charter Academy Cs qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 23,589
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1,431
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Dauphin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.7%
- Phone
- (717) 710-3300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 59.0%
Resources & Links
District
Commonwealth Charter Academy CS- District Enrollment
- 23,590
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,549
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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