Serving 233 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Gillingham 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 233 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gillingham Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gillingham Charter School's student population of 233 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
233 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Rankings
Gillingham 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 Gillingham Charter School is 0.55, 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
#2352 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
18%
16%
Black
7%
14%
White
64%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolf
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gillingham Charter School's ranking?
Gillingham Charter School is ranked #2352 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Gillingham Charter School often compared to?
Gillingham Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pottsville Area High School, Clarke El Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gillingham Charter School?
The graduation rate of Gillingham Charter School is 50%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Gillingham Charter School?
233 students attend Gillingham Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Gillingham Charter School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gillingham Charter School?
Gillingham Charter School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gillingham Charter School offer ?
Gillingham Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gillingham Charter School part of?
Gillingham Charter School is part of Gillingham Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Gillingham Charter School located?
Gillingham Charter School is located in the Bunker Hill neighborhood of Pottsville, PA.
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