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.
962
Total Students
67.1
Full-Time Teachers
14.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Downingtown STEM Academy
Demographic Student Count
White451
Hispanic17
Black14
Asian437
Two or More42
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    451 (46.9%)
  • Asian
    437 (45.4%)
  • Two or More
    42 (4.4%)
  • Hispanic
    17 (1.8%)
  • Black
    14 (1.5%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (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

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Downingtown STEM Academy
Grade Student Count
Grade 9242
Grade 10242
Grade 11236
Grade 12242
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Downingtown STEM Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female49451.4%
Male46848.6%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)