Pennsylvania Leadership CS

Charter School 3,283 Students
Other K - 12th
School Overview
Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School (PALCS) is a tuition-free, public cyber charter school serving students in grades K–12 across the state of Pennsylvania. Headquartered in West Chester, the school utilizes a sophisticated online learning platform to provide a flexible, asynchronous education that allows students to work at their own pace. By blending rigorous academic standards with the convenience of remote instruction, PALCS aims to provide an individualized educational experience that can be tailored to the specific needs and goals of each student, whether they are pursuing advanced academics, performing arts, or extracurricular passions.

Beyond its core curriculum, PALCS is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular offerings and its focus on fostering a sense of community despite its virtual nature. The school provides students with opportunities to participate in clubs, student organizations, and periodic in-person events throughout the state, ensuring that students stay engaged socially and academically. With a commitment to innovation, the school also features specialized programs, such as the Center for Performing and Fine Arts, providing a comprehensive alternative for families seeking an educational environment that differs from the traditional brick-and-mortar classroom setting.
3,283
Total Students
245.6
Full-Time Teachers
13.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pennsylvania Leadership CS
Demographic Student Count
White2,004
Hispanic258
Black577
Asian213
Two or More217
American Indian9
Pacific Islander5
  • White
    2,004 (61.0 %)
  • Black
    577 (17.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    258 (7.9 %)
  • Two or More
    217 (6.6 %)
  • Asian
    213 (6.5 %)
  • American Indian
    9 (0.3 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (0.2 %)
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: Pennsylvania Leadership CS
Phone: (610)701-3333
Grade Range: K - 12th
Total Students: 3,283
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 245.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.4
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 104
Grade 1 118
Grade 2 146
Grade 3 146
Grade 4 129
Grade 5 188
Grade 6 248
Grade 7 293
Grade 8 332
Grade 9 434
Grade 10 401
Grade 11 403
Grade 12 341

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pennsylvania Leadership CS
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten104
Grade 1118
Grade 2146
Grade 3146
Grade 4129
Grade 5188
Grade 6248
Grade 7293
Grade 8332
Grade 9434
Grade 10401
Grade 11403
Grade 12341
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pennsylvania Leadership CS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,69051.5%
Male1,59348.5%