Below Average
#2478 of 2,846 schools in PA
Downey Sch
Elementary School · Harrisburg City SD
1313 Monroe St, Harrisburg, PA 17103
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,478 of 2,846
In Harrisburg
#33 of 40
public schools
In district
#9 of 12
Harrisburg City SD
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Downey Sch
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About Downey Sch
Downey Sch is a public elementary school in Harrisburg, PA, part of Harrisburg City SD. Downey Sch serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Downey Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,478 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Downey Sch show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Downey Sch 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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Downey Sch — Students at Downey Sch score 4% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.5%
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: 5.7/10.
How Downey Sch Compares
See how Downey Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1313 Monroe St, Harrisburg, PA 17103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Downey Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NEW CITY SCHOOL DBA LOGOS HARRISBURG (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Franklin Sch Harrisburg | 0.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Cougar Academy Harrisburg | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Premier Arts and Science CS Harrisburg | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| JOSHUA LEARNING CENTER Harrisburg | 0.8 mi | — |
| Capital Area School for the Arts CS Harrisburg | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| NEW CITY SCHOOL DBA LOGOS HARRISBURG Harrisburg | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harrisburg | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS Harrisburg | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrisburg | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Harrisburg HS - SciTech Cmp Harrisburg | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| THE NATIVITY SCHOOL OF HARRISBURG Harrisburg | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Harrisburg | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Commonwealth Charter Academy CS Harrisburg | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| HANSEL & GRETEL EARLY LEARNING CENTER Harrisburg | 1.1 mi | — |
| Rowland Academy Harrisburg | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harrisburg | 1.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Scott Sch Harrisburg | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| HILDEBRANDT LEARNING CENTER Harrisburg | 1.6 mi | — |
| Sylvan Heights Science CS Harrisburg | 1.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Melrose Sch Harrisburg | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,383
Median Home Value
$113,100
Median Rent
$933/mo
Population
12,774
College Educated
18.4%
Homeownership
40.7%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
31.4%
Median Age
27.9
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| Meade Gen George C Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.1 |
| Mosser El Sch Allentown, PA | 4.1 |
| Overbrook Edu Ctr Philadelphia, PA | 4.1 |
| Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 Pittsburgh, PA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Downey Sch
What grades does Downey Sch serve?
Downey Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Downey Sch?
Downey Sch has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Downey Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Downey Sch is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Downey Sch rank in PA?
Downey Sch ranks #2,478 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Downey Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Downey Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Downey Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Downey Sch has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2024).
Is Downey Sch a charter school?
No, Downey Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Downey Sch a Title I school?
No, Downey Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Downey Sch?
100.5% of students at Downey Sch 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Dauphin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.0%
- Phone
- (717) 703-1240
Resources & Links
District
Harrisburg City SD- District Enrollment
- 6,395
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,239
- District Rank
- #9 of 12
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