Serving 962 students in grades 9-12, Downingtown Stem Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 962 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 50%
Graduation Rate
: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 1%
Math Proficiency
: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading Proficiency
: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Science Proficiency
: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Downingtown Stem Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Downingtown Stem Academy is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Downingtown Stem Academy?
The graduation rate of Downingtown Stem Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Downingtown Stem Academy?
962 students attend Downingtown Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Downingtown Stem Academy students are White, 42% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Downingtown Stem Academy?
Downingtown Stem Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Downingtown Stem Academy offer ?
Downingtown Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Downingtown Stem Academy part of?
this is an amazing school! I would move across the country to get into such an elite environment. The District is wealthy already, but this school is a haven for the best minds. Amazing!
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 962 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
Minority Enrollment: 50%
Graduation Rate
: ≥95% (Top 10%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 1%
Math Proficiency
: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Reading Proficiency
: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Science Proficiency
: ≥95% (Top 1%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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