Pennsylvania Steam Academy Charter School serves 360 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50% in PA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pennsylvania Steam Academy Charter School's student population of 360 students has grown by 221% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 175% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pennsylvania Steam Academy Charter School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
22%
16%
Black
67%
14%
White
7%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Pennsylvania Steam Academy Charter School?
360 students attend Pennsylvania Steam Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Pennsylvania Steam Academy Charter School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pennsylvania Steam Academy Charter School?
Pennsylvania Steam Academy Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pennsylvania Steam Academy Charter School offer ?
Pennsylvania Steam Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pennsylvania Steam Academy Charter School part of?
Pennsylvania Steam Academy Charter School is part of Pennsylvania Steam Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Pennsylvania Steam Academy Charter School located?
Pennsylvania Steam Academy Charter School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Harrisburg, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Midtown.
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