Serving 979 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Esperanza Cyber Charter School 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 3% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 979 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Esperanza Cyber Charter School's student population of 979 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
979 students
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
1987
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Esperanza Cyber Charter School 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 Esperanza Cyber Charter School is 0.28, 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
#2726 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
84%
16%
Black
12%
14%
White
2%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Esperanza Cyber Charter School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esperanza Cyber Charter School's ranking?
Esperanza Cyber Charter School is ranked #2726 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Esperanza Cyber Charter School?
The graduation rate of Esperanza Cyber Charter School is 60-64%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Esperanza Cyber Charter School?
979 students attend Esperanza Cyber Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Esperanza Cyber Charter School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Esperanza Cyber Charter School?
Esperanza Cyber Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Esperanza Cyber Charter School offer ?
Esperanza Cyber Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Esperanza Cyber Charter School part of?
Esperanza Cyber Charter School is part of Esperanza Cyber Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Esperanza Cyber Charter School located?
Esperanza Cyber Charter School is located in the North Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA. There are 106 other public schools located in North Philadelphia.
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