Serving 477 students in grades 7-12, Stem At Showalter ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stem At Showalter ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Stem At Showalter's student population of 477 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The Chester Upland School District is committed to providing all students the opportunity to achieve excellence in the four A's: Academics, Athletics, the Arts, and Activities.
School Rankings
Stem At Showalter ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stem At Showalter is 0.33, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2554 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
81%
14%
White
1%
60%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)73.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stem At Showalter's ranking?
Stem At Showalter is ranked #2554 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Stem At Showalter often compared to?
Stem At Showalteris often viewed alongside schools like Chester High School, Strath Haven High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stem At Showalter?
The graduation rate of Stem At Showalter is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Stem At Showalter?
477 students attend Stem At Showalter.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Stem At Showalter students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stem At Showalter?
Stem At Showalter has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stem At Showalter offer ?
Stem At Showalter offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stem At Showalter part of?
Stem At Showalter is part of Chester-Upland School District.
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