Downingtown STEM Academy
962 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Downingtown STEM Academy is a highly regarded public magnet high school located in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, serving students in grades 9 through 12. As a specialized institution, it focuses on a rigorous curriculum centered around science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, while maintaining a strong emphasis on the International Baccalaureate (IB) program. The school is known for its challenging academic environment, which encourages students to pursue creative problem-solving, collaborative research, and interdisciplinary learning to prepare them for competitive post-secondary education and careers in STEM fields.
Beyond its academic rigor, the Academy is noted for its modern facilities and a culture that fosters innovation and global citizenship. Because it operates within the Downingtown Area School District as an application-based program, it attracts highly motivated students from across the region who are looking for a specialized educational experience. The school consistently ranks among the top in Pennsylvania, credited largely to its dedicated faculty, robust project-based learning initiatives, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of excellence in a supportive, future-focused environment.
Beyond its academic rigor, the Academy is noted for its modern facilities and a culture that fosters innovation and global citizenship. Because it operates within the Downingtown Area School District as an application-based program, it attracts highly motivated students from across the region who are looking for a specialized educational experience. The school consistently ranks among the top in Pennsylvania, credited largely to its dedicated faculty, robust project-based learning initiatives, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of excellence in a supportive, future-focused environment.
962
Total Students
67.1
Full-Time Teachers
14.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 451 |
| Hispanic | 17 |
| Black | 14 |
| Asian | 437 |
| Two or More | 42 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White451 (46.9%)
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Asian437 (45.4%)
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Two or More42 (4.4%)
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Hispanic17 (1.8%)
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Black14 (1.5%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Downingtown Area SD |
| Phone: | (610)269-8460 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 962 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 67.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
242
Grade 10
242
Grade 11
236
Grade 12
242
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 242 |
| Grade 10 | 242 |
| Grade 11 | 236 |
| Grade 12 | 242 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 494 | 51.4% |
| Male | 468 | 48.6% |
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