Commonwealth Charter Academy

Commonwealth Charter Academy

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
1 Innovation Way,  Harrisburg, PA
4.3
4.1
23,589 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr. Maurice Flurie IIi
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1140
Average ACT Score
24
Math Proficiency
25%
Reading Proficiency
53%
Average GPA
3.37
Graduation Rate
64%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

C
Academics
C
Teachers
B-
College Prep
A
Administration
A
Resources/Facilities
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.37
Reading Proficiency
53%
Math Proficiency
25%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
1,432
Full Time Teachers
1,432
Teachers in First or Second Year
92.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1140
Math
550
Verbal
590
Average ACT
24
Math
22
English
24
Reading
26
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
11
AP Pass Rate
26.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
4.6%
State Average
15.6%
Science
22.8%
State Average
29.5%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
782:1

Student Diversity

Female
51%
Male
49%
White
57.4%
Hispanic
17.4%
Black
16.6%
Two or more races
7.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Penn State 354 Students
Temple University 326 Students
University of Pittsburgh 209 Students
Drexel University 175 Students
University of Pennsylvania 172 Students
Commonwealth University - Bloomsburg 169 Students
Robert Morris University - Pennsylvania 155 Students
York College of Pennsylvania 150 Students
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania 144 Students
Indiana University of Pennsylvania 126 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 275 Students
Nursing 194 Students
Business 155 Students
Biology 120 Students
Computer Science 80 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 76 Students
Criminology 74 Students
Early Childhood Education 70 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 54 Students
English 53 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.3 504 Reviews
5.0 Senior
7/21/2025
CCA is a wonderful school that functions beyond the standard four walls of your usual brick and mortar schools. They acknowledge that not all students have the same needs and learn in the same manner. They provide amazing support and opportunities to their students at every turn both academically and socially. It's an amazing school.
4.0 Junior
4/3/2025
The individual teachers and classes are great but the administration, specifically the school board, is really shady. I also feel as though some of their courses are too easy.
5.0 Senior
3/25/2025
Commonwealth charter academy has changed the way of learning. It is easy to log on and connect with a teacher. Its program is flexible with features like quick chat with teachers.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.1 118 Reviews
2.0 student
8/4/2025
I went to CCA and at first I thought it was gonna be fun, but it got really bad fast. They said it was “flexible,” but I barely had time to eat between classes. Most of the kids kept their cameras off, and even the teachers looked tired and bored. I had to be on the computer like 8 hours a day, then...
5.0 parent
7/31/2025
Amazing school!! The staff really care!! They’re very polite and I appreciate them for helping my special needs child!!
5.0 student
7/6/2025
I’m a current student and CCA has been nothing but great for me, when I’m behind on work contacting a teacher for help is always a breeze. I definitely do believe you have to put in effort to see results from the school- especially as a parent. I think a lot of parents see this as a ‘get out of jail...
5.0 student
6/17/2025
I just graduated tonight, and I can’t say CCA has been a blessing!! They have helped tremendously, from constantly checking up on me to encouraging me to do my best! They are so supportive and I can’t even imagine choosing a different school then CCA!

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Commonwealth Charter Academy is a charter school for students in grades K-12 located at 1 Innovation Way in Harrisburg, in the Susquehanna Township Dauphin neighborhood. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 23,589 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 25% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 53% are proficient in reading. Commonwealth Charter Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 2 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.37, the graduation rate is 64%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1140 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $265,029. Discover additional schools in the area, like Covenant Christian Academy, Harrisburg High School, Susquehanna Township High School, and more. Learn more about what Harrisburg has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Commonwealth Charter Academy.

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