STEM AT SHOWALTER

STEM at Showalter is a Title I public high school that is part of the Chester-Upland SD school district, located in Chester, PA with about 466 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 38 teachers, STEM at Showalter has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

STEM at Showalter, located in Chester, Pennsylvania, is a specialized educational facility within the Chester-Upland School District that focuses on providing an enriched academic experience centered on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. As a dedicated STEM academy, the school emphasizes hands-on learning, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving, aiming to prepare its student body for the demands of a rapidly evolving digital and scientific landscape. By integrating these core subjects into its daily curriculum, the school seeks to foster innovation and technical literacy among its young learners.

The school serves the local Chester community by offering a focused environment where students are encouraged to engage with complex concepts through project-based activities. By aligning its instruction with 21st-century workforce skills, STEM at Showalter strives to close the achievement gap and provide students with a competitive foundation for future secondary education and career paths. Through its commitment to a STEM-integrated model, the school plays a vital role in supporting the academic growth and technological fluency of students in the Chester-Upland area.

For more information, contact STEM at Showalter at (610) 447-3401 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.