Serving 724 students in grades 6-8, Camp Curtin Academy 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 724 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Camp Curtin Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Camp Curtin Academy's student population of 724 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
724 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Motto
'One Harrisburg: One Vision, One Community, One Future'
School Rankings
Camp Curtin Academy 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 Camp Curtin Academy is 0.59, 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
#2730 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
43%
16%
Black
48%
14%
White
3%
60%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Camp Curtin Academy's ranking?
Camp Curtin Academy is ranked #2730 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Camp Curtin Academy?
724 students attend Camp Curtin Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Camp Curtin Academy students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Camp Curtin Academy?
Camp Curtin Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Camp Curtin Academy offer ?
Camp Curtin Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Camp Curtin Academy part of?
Camp Curtin Academy is part of Harrisburg City School District.
In what neighborhood is Camp Curtin Academy located?
Camp Curtin Academy is located in the Uptown neighborhood of Harrisburg, PA.
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