Below Average
#2304 of 2,846 schools in PA
Based on limited data
Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs
Elementary School · Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS
1500 North Third Street, Harrisburg, PA 17102
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
279
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,304 of 2,846
In Harrisburg
#25 of 40
public schools
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Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs
Elementary School in Harrisburg · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs
Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs is a public elementary school in Harrisburg, PA, part of Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS. Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs serves approximately 279 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,304 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs show 28% math proficiency (2024 PSSA) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 PSSA). Based on limited data: 50% component coverage.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs — Students at Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs score 32% 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
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 6 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
How Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs Compares
See how Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1500 North Third Street, Harrisburg, PA 17102
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RABBI DAVID L SILVER YESHIVA ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Harrisburg, see our Harrisburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW CITY SCHOOL DBA LOGOS HARRISBURG Harrisburg | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Benjamin Franklin Sch Harrisburg | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrisburg | 0.6 mi | 7.5 |
| THE NATIVITY SCHOOL OF HARRISBURG Harrisburg | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Harrisburg | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Capital Area School for the Arts CS Harrisburg | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Downey Sch Harrisburg | 0.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Harrisburg HS - SciTech Cmp Harrisburg | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Camp Curtin Academy Harrisburg | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Commonwealth Charter Academy CS Harrisburg | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Cougar Academy Harrisburg | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Premier Arts and Science CS Harrisburg | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| JOSHUA LEARNING CENTER Harrisburg | 1.3 mi | — |
| LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Harrisburg | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Washington Heights El Sch Lemoyne | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| HARRISBURG ACADEMY Wormleysburg | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| RABBI DAVID L SILVER YESHIVA ACADEMY Harrisburg | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Sylvan Heights Science CS Harrisburg | 1.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Rowland Academy Harrisburg | 1.8 mi | 3.7 |
| West Creek Hills El Sch Camp Hill | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17102 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,369
Median Home Value
$172,900
Median Rent
$1,062/mo
Population
8,177
College Educated
49.5%
Homeownership
35.5%
Avg Commute
22.8 min
Poverty Rate
24.8%
Median Age
34.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Cole Manor El Sch Norristown, PA | 4.5 |
| Hancock El Sch Norristown, PA | 4.5 |
| Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS Scranton, PA | 4.5 |
| Lincoln El Sch Pottstown, PA | 4.5 |
| Linwood El Sch Linwood, PA | 4.5 |
| Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 Pittsburgh, PA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs
What grades does Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs serve?
Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs?
Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs has an enrollment of approximately 279 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs?
The student-teacher ratio at Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs rank in PA?
Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs ranks #2,304 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs's MySchoolScout rating?
Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs 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 Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs has 28% math proficiency (2024 PSSA) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (2024 PSSA).
Is Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs a charter school?
Yes, Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs a Title I school?
No, Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs?
100.0% of students at Pennsylvania Steam Academy Cs qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 279
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Dauphin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.7%
- Phone
- (717) 991-4334
Resources & Links
District
Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS- District Enrollment
- 279
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,093
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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