Downingtown STEM Academy

Public 9-12

 335 Manor Ave
       Downingtown, PA  19335


(610) 269-8460

District: Downingtown Area School District

SchoolDigger Rank:
1st of 674 Pennsylvania High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $17,679 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  13.9 Help
Number of students:  924

Racial breakdown:

White:
50.0%
Asian:
41.7%
Two or more races:
4.0%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  5.8% Help


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Compare Details Downingtown STEM Academy ranks better than 99.9% of high schools in Pennsylvania. It also ranks first among 3 ranked high schools in the Downingtown Area School District! (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 98.77. (See more...)
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The Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate (ACGR) measures the percentage of Downingtown STEM Academy freshmen who graduate within four years, adjusting for students who transfer in or out.
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
Student Body
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Compare Details Downingtown STEM Academy has the smallest high school student body size in the Downingtown Area School District. Racial makeup is: White (50%), Asian (41.7%), two or more races (4%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 5.8% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. This is the lowest percentage in the Downingtown Area School District. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Downingtown STEM Academy is 13.9, which is the highest among 3 high schools in the Downingtown Area School District! (See more...)
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Compare Downingtown STEM Academy employs 66.3 full-time teachers.
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Downingtown STEM Academy is $17,679. 1 high schools in the Downingtown Area School District spend more per student.
Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Downingtown STEM Academy:

SchoolDigger ranks Downingtown STEM Academy 1st of 674 Pennsylvania public high schools. (See Downingtown STEM Academy in the ranking list.)

High School Test Score Ratings by Student Subgroup:


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Downingtown Area School District:

SchoolDigger ranks Downingtown Area School District 34th of 606 Pennsylvania school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Downingtown STEM Academy

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Rank History for all students at Downingtown STEM Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2013 96.93 1st 591 99.8%
2014 96.47 1st 580 99.8%
2015 95.42 1st 680 99.9%
2016 93.53 1st 677 99.9%
2017 94.88 2nd 663 99.7%
2018 94.79 1st 673 99.9%
2019 95.35 1st 693 99.9%
2022 96.43 2nd 634 99.7%
2023 98.77 1st 674 99.9%
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Rank History for Asian students at Downingtown STEM Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 89.33 2nd 112 98.2%
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Rank History for White students at Downingtown STEM Academy

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools PA State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 99.08 1st 577 99.8%
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Data source: test scores: Pennsylvania Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Pennsylvania Department of Education

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by a citizen
Tuesday, November 26, 2019

Open Quote It's not difficult to rank first in the state when you reject over half (250 of 450) of all student applicants every year, as the academy's website discloses. Ranking magnet schools with traditional schools that must accept every child tips the playing field dramatically. Close Quote


by a parent
Monday, May 1, 2017

Open Quote Best preparation for college that a child can have. Close Quote


by a student
Friday, September 30, 2016

Open Quote This school has a wonderful community, challenging curriculum, and a wide range of activities for students like me! Close Quote



Enrollment information for Downingtown STEM Academy

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2012 345 4 55 9 0 0 1 0 414
2013 502 10 74 11 0 0 1 0 598
2014 631 10 104 16 0 0 2 0 763
2015 628 11 116 24 0 1 7 0 787
2016 613 12 130 27 0 0 7 0 789
2017 569 12 176 25 0 0 9 0 791
2018 539 17 221 28 0 0 10 0 815
2019 523 14 254 21 0 0 7 0 819
2020 485 16 294 19 0 0 11 0 825
2021 468 17 323 22 0 1 24 0 855
2022 469 15 350 19 0 1 29 0 883
2023 462 18 385 21 0 1 37 0 924

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Downingtown STEM Academy

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2012 414 30.0 13.8 0.7
2013 598 44.2 13.5 1.2
2014 763 54.8 13.9 1.4
2015 787 56.0 14.0 3.3
2016 789 58.0 13.6 3.7
2017 791 55.9 14.1 n/a
2018 815 58.7 13.8 n/a
2019 819 58.5 13.9 3.1
2020 825 62.1 13.2 n/a
2021 855 64.3 13.2 4.4
2022 883 64.5 13.6 4.2
2023 924 66.3 13.9 5.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Downingtown STEM Academy

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2012 414 30.0 13.8 0.7
2013 598 44.2 13.5 1.2
2014 763 54.8 13.9 1.4
2015 787 56.0 14.0 3.3
2016 789 58.0 13.6 3.7
2017 791 55.9 14.1 n/a
2018 815 58.7 13.8 n/a
2019 819 58.5 13.9 3.1
2020 825 62.1 13.2 n/a
2021 855 64.3 13.2 4.4
2022 883 64.5 13.6 4.2
2023 924 66.3 13.9 5.8

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Downingtown STEM Academy

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $68 (0.4%) $15,451 (99.6%) $15,520
2020 $129 (0.8%) $15,775 (99.2%) $15,904
2021 $145 (0.9%) $16,737 (99.1%) $16,882
2022 $214 (1.2%) $17,465 (98.8%) $17,679

Data source: Pennsylvania Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Downingtown STEM Academy

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

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Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 1st of 693 High schoolsRanks 1st of 674 High schools
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Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
11th Grade Algebra I (Downingtown STEM Academy)100100
   11th Grade Algebra I (Pennsylvania)63.334.1
 29.2%
11th Grade Biology (Downingtown STEM Academy)10099.6
 0.4%
   11th Grade Biology (Pennsylvania)63.250.7
 12.5%
11th Grade Literature (Downingtown STEM Academy)100100
   11th Grade Literature (Pennsylvania)71.565.3
 6.2%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students819924
 12.8%
African American1418
 28.6%
American Indian00
Asian254385
 51.6%
Hispanic2121
Pacific Islander01
White523462
 11.7%
Two or More Races737
 428.6%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients3.1%5.8%
 2.8%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Downingtown STEM Academy

Students at Downingtown STEM Academy are 50% White, 42% Asian, 4% Two or more races, 2% Hispanic, 2% African American.

In the 2022-23 school year, 924 students attended Downingtown STEM Academy.

Yes! Downingtown STEM Academy is one of the best high schools in the state. It ranks 1st of 674 Pennsylvania high schools.


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