Reach Cyber CS

750 East Park Drive
Harrisburg, PA 17111

www.connectionsacademy.com/reach-cyber-school

Charter School 6,918 Students

Other K - 12th

School Overview

Reach Cyber Charter School is a tuition-free, public online school that serves students in grades K–12 across the state of Pennsylvania. Operating under the umbrella of the Connections Academy network, the school utilizes a highly structured, virtual learning platform that allows students to complete their coursework from home. The curriculum is delivered by state-certified teachers who provide instruction, support, and oversight, ensuring that students meet state academic standards while benefiting from the flexibility of a personalized digital environment.

Beyond standard academics, the school distinguishes itself through a strong emphasis on STEM education and career readiness. Reach Cyber integrates technology-focused learning opportunities and extracurricular clubs to foster engagement and prepare students for post-secondary success. By combining the independence of remote learning with a comprehensive support system—including school counselors and regular virtual check-ins—the school aims to provide a robust educational alternative for families seeking a customized experience outside of a traditional brick-and-mortar classroom.

6,918

Total Students

483.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Reach Cyber CS
Demographic	Student Count
White	3,587
Hispanic	1,044
Black	1,626
Asian	52
Two or More	564
American Indian	39
Pacific Islander	6

White
3,587 (51.9 %)
Black
1,626 (23.5 %)
Hispanic
1,044 (15.1 %)
Two or More
564 (8.2 %)
Asian
52 (0.8 %)
American Indian
39 (0.6 %)
Pacific Islander
6 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Other
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	Exclusively virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Reach Cyber CS
Phone:	(717)704-8437
Website:	http://www.connectionsacademy.com/reach-cyber-school
Grade Range:	K - 12th
Total Students:	6,918
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	483.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.3
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 288

Grade 1 341

Grade 2 412

Grade 3 392

Grade 4 392

Grade 5 446

Grade 6 504

Grade 7 581

Grade 8 597

Grade 9 674

Grade 10 711