Downey Sch vs Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Downey Sch
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
405 students
Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS
Harrisburg · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
360 students
| Measure | Downey Sch Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS Harrisburg, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1599 of 1,627 | #1286 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #48991 of 50,301 | #37572 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 405 | 360 |
| Enrollment | 405 | 360 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100.7% | 77.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | – |
| Math proficiency | 12% | – |
| city | Harrisburg | Harrisburg |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.5 vs 11.6).
- •Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.5% vs 100.7%).
- •Downey Sch does better on students per teacher (13.5 vs 16.4).
- •Downey Sch is the larger school with 405 students compared with 360.
- •Downey Sch is a public school while Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Downey Sch better than Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS?
On the Success Index (US), Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS ranks higher (31.5 vs 11.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Downey Sch and Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Harrisburg in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Downey Sch: 405. Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS: 360. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Downey Sch and Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Downey Sch is 1599th of 1,627 and Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS is 1286th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).