Serving 302 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Propel Cs-mckeesport ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Propel Cs-mckeesport's student population of 302 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
302 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Propel Cs-mckeesport ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Propel Cs-mckeesport is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2157 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
79%
14%
White
8%
60%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Propel Cs-mckeesport's ranking?
Propel Cs-mckeesport is ranked #2157 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Propel Cs-mckeesport often compared to?
Propel Cs-mckeesportis often viewed alongside schools like Propel Cs-homestead, Propel Cs-east by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Propel Cs-mckeesport?
302 students attend Propel Cs-mckeesport.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Propel Cs-mckeesport students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Propel Cs-mckeesport?
Propel Cs-mckeesport has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Propel Cs-mckeesport offer ?
Propel Cs-mckeesport offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Propel Cs-mckeesport part of?
Propel Cs-mckeesport is part of Propel CS-Mckeesport School District.
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