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Pennsylvania Virtual Charter School

grade B
Overall Grade
Public, Online, Charter
K-12
Rating 4.2 out of 5 273 reviews

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grade C+
Diversity
grade A
Teachers
grade A minus
College Prep
grade B
Clubs & Activities
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Health & Safety
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Administration
grade A
Sports
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Resources & Facilities
grade A

pavcsk12.org

(610) 275-8500

630 PARK AVENUE
KING OF PRUSSIA, PA 19406

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PA Virtual Charter School is a top-performing cyber charter school in Pennsylvania and is celebrating over 20 years serving the future leaders of Pennsylvania! We are a K-12, public cyber charter school that provides a home-based education using the K12 Inc. curriculum for grades k-8 and Edgenuity curriculum for grades 9-12.

Established in 2001, PA Virtual has a history of student achievement. Families looking for flexibility in learning style can choose live online classes or a more self-directed, customizable schedule. Students have access to a wealth of academic and social opportunities. We value our partnership with families and provide a small learning community atmosphere with a personalized touch.

PA Virtual graduates attend top colleges and universities, including Carnegie Mellon, Drexel, Penn State, Temple, Univ. of Pennsylvania, and Univ. of Pittsburgh. Our 2020 graduates earned $1.2 Million in scholarships!

We are #PAVirtualProud.

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Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading

57%

Percent Proficient - Math

27%

Average Graduation Rate

76%

Average SAT

1130

129 responses

Average ACT

20 responses

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University of Pennsylvania
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University of Pittsburgh
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PA Virtual Information Packets

PA Virtual is happy to offer Information Packets for families to receive in the mail! This packet explains instructional modes, the parent role, our curriculum, additional supports, and much more.

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Culture & Safety

Health & Safety

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Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.

Poll

88%

of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 16 responses

Poll

81%

of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 16 responses

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What are your favorite school events or traditions?

Based on 28 responses

Outings, field trips, picnics
32%
Field Trips/Outings
29%
Prom and Graduation
25%
Spirit Week
11%
on break
4%

Students

Diversity

Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.

Students

1,996

Free or Reduced Lunch

58%

55%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 47 responses

87%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 47 responses

26%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 47 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

18:1

National

17:1

Average Teacher Salary

$44,644

Teachers in First/Second Year

5.6%

76%

of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 42 responses

90%

of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 42 responses

88%

of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 42 responses

Pennsylvania Virtual Charter School Reviews

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My experience with Pennsylvania Virtual Charter School (PAVCS) has been a great one. I've been attending the school for over a decade, now! The teachers are fun and engaging, and the courses are meaningful. Additionally, because all the classes are online, and they don't start until ten after eight in the morning, I have opportunities to sleep in!
Besides the obvious benefits of being online, there are some drawbacks. In-person socialization is one thing I sorely miss, and it is simply impossible to replicate in an online setting. Despite this, I have learned a great many life skills, such as how to pace myself, structure my workload for the day, and self-motivation.
Finally, because all of my classes are online, and recorded, it is easy to miss a few classes for need of doctor appointments or other necessities.
As for the education itself, though, it is top notch! Come to PAVCS if you are looking for a quality education in a completely online setting.

This school is the best school in Pennsylvania! I will stand by this. The work that you will learn here is way better than a lot of the curriculums in public schools. There are so many opportunities to do things that you like. You even get to pick your own classes, like you would in college. The students are all so nice, I have social anxiety but I’m never afraid to speak in class. Amid this pandemic, everyone is switching to online learning. This is definitely the best school for that. The tools available in our classrooms make the learning process smooth. The teachers, principals, coordinators, and counselors are all very helpful. You can tell that everyone who works for this school cares deeply about the children. This school also is the only school that has offered me the opportunity to graduate early. So now I can follow my dream of graduating at sixteen. Although the school is online, there is still access to clubs and societies. I am in the National English Honors Society!

We are so pleased we chose PAVCS for our child's school! Especially during the pandemic when kids have had their academic life disrupted; PA Virtual has been a constant for us. Our child is more advanced than their friend's who attend a brick and mortar. The curriculum is adjustable for their needs and our schedule. If we feel that something is too difficult we can adjust how we're teaching or ask for additional support. As well as the flip side, if we are excelling and it's too easy we can move past a lesson to challenge our child further. I can't say enough good things about this school! The tools and support for the parents/guardians is astronomical. There hasn't been a day where I haven't been able to navigate through a question I may have and can always reach out to the appropriate people if I can't figure something out myself. Our teachers are amazing and so incredibly patient with their students. There are activities that keep the kids engaged, even from a distance.

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