Below Average
#2321 of 2,846 schools in PA
Camp Curtin Academy
Middle School · Harrisburg City SD
2900 N 6th Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
470
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,321 of 2,846
In Harrisburg
#27 of 40
public schools
In district
#6 of 12
Harrisburg City SD
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Camp Curtin Academy
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About Camp Curtin Academy
Camp Curtin Academy is a public middle school in Harrisburg, PA, part of Harrisburg City SD. Camp Curtin Academy serves approximately 470 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Camp Curtin Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,321 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Camp Curtin Academy show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 3.9
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Camp Curtin Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
60% of students at Camp Curtin Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Camp Curtin Academy — Students at Camp Curtin Academy score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.
How Camp Curtin Academy Compares
See how Camp Curtin Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2900 N 6th Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Camp Curtin Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HARRISBURG ACADEMY (rated 8.6/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Wormleysburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Capital Area School for the Arts CS (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,499
Median Home Value
$206,200
Median Rent
$1,400/mo
Population
26,401
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
62.1%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.5%
Median Age
38.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Camp Curtin Academy
What grades does Camp Curtin Academy serve?
Camp Curtin Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Camp Curtin Academy?
Camp Curtin Academy has an enrollment of approximately 470 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Camp Curtin Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Camp Curtin Academy is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Camp Curtin Academy rank in PA?
Camp Curtin Academy ranks #2,321 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Camp Curtin Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Camp Curtin Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Camp Curtin Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Camp Curtin Academy has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Camp Curtin Academy a charter school?
No, Camp Curtin Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Camp Curtin Academy a Title I school?
No, Camp Curtin Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Camp Curtin Academy?
100.0% of students at Camp Curtin Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 470
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Dauphin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 59.8%
- Phone
- (717) 703-4200
Resources & Links
District
Harrisburg City SD- District Enrollment
- 6,395
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,239
- District Rank
- #6 of 12
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