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The Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts

#1 in Best High Schools for the Arts in Pennsylvania
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Charter
  • 9-12
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 137 reviews
A
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Academics
    A-
  2. Diversity
    A-
  3. Teachers
    A-
  4. College Prep
    B+
  5. Clubs & Activities
    A-
  6. Health & Safety
    A+
  7. Administration
    B+
  8. Sports
    NG
  9. Food
    C
  10. Resources & Facilities
    A
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The Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts is a highly rated, public, charter school located in Bethlehem, PA. It has 600 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 10 to 1. According to state test scores, 82% of students are at least proficient in math and 95% in reading.
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Address
321 East 3rd Street
Bethlehem, PA 18015
Telephone
(610) 868-2971
Website
charterarts.org

The Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts Rankings

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Academics

Percent Proficient - Reading
95%
Percent Proficient - Math
82%
Average Graduation Rate
95%
Average SAT
1150
126 responses
Average ACT
25
9 responses
AP Enrollment
21%
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Living in the Area
B+
Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?
  1. Crime & Safety
    C+
  2. Diversity
    A
  3. Cost of Living
    C+
  4. Good for Families
    B
Area Feel
Suburban
Median Household Income
$49,349
National
$55,322
Median Rent
$954
National
$949
Median Home Value
$168,900
National
$184,700

Culture & Safety

Health & Safety
A+
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
89%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.19 responses
Poll
79%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.19 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on 59 responses
Report
  • New Play Festival: Student Produced Theatre
    20%
  • YCC: Student-Produced Dance
    14%
  • Three Mainstage Shows per year
    14%
  • Dance Soup
    8%
  • Four Mainstage Shows
    8%
  • Spirit Week
    8%
  • Annual Talent show
    8%

Students

Diversity
A-
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
600
Free or Reduced Lunch
25%
79%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.24 responses
100%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.24 responses
4%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.24 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
$67,704
Teachers in First/Second Year
19.4%
79%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.29 responses
90%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.29 responses
83%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.29 responses

Clubs & Activities

Clubs & Activities
A-
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
Expenses Per Student
$17,962/ year
National
$12,239
97%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.31 responses
29%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.31 responses
77%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.31 responses
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The Lehigh Valley Charter High School for the Arts Reviews

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Great for the most part! I love my teachers and classes and I really feel like I’ve learned a lot so far. The academics are organized really well and everyone is so willing to help you out so you can succeed. Socially speaking there’re definitely cliques and hierarchies but it doesn’t take long to find your niche. If you’re willing to take the chance, I’d go for it! It’s a great school overall.
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My experience at Charter Arts made me the person I am today. I was a vocal music major from 2012-2016. Charter Arts is an art-centric learning experience, where we learn real-world skills, and we perfect our craft. The academics were fantastic, and Charts has some of the highest ACT scores in Pennsylvania. I love this school, and I would go back and do it all over again any day!
Charter Arts is, without a doubt, the best possible option for any student who takes their career in the arts very seriously. The school has a rigorous academic pursuit, paired with challenging artistic study. The students and teachers are always giving everything they have, and the culture of the school is beyond phenomenal. The students are unique, talented, and friendly. The teachers are willing to go above and beyond in order to help students. Best choice for any student who is art oriented.