Downingtown STEM Academy

924 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.
924
Total Students
66.3
Full-Time Teachers
13.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Downingtown STEM Academy
Demographic Student Count
White462
Hispanic21
Black18
Asian385
Two or More37
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    462 (50.0 %)
  • Asian
    385 (41.7 %)
  • Two or More
    37 (4.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    21 (2.3 %)
  • Black
    18 (1.9 %)
  • 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: 924
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 66.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 250
Grade 10 244
Grade 11 232
Grade 12 198

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Downingtown STEM Academy
Grade Student Count
Grade 9250
Grade 10244
Grade 11232
Grade 12198
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Downingtown STEM Academy
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female48552.5%
Male43947.5%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)