Best Schools in Shade Gap, Pennsylvania
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Shade Gap EL Sch
Elementary · Southern Huntingdon County Sd. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$143,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$143,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +0.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Shade Gap schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Shade Gap
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shade Gap EL Sch | 6.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $61,667
- Median home value
- $143,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 8%
- Avg commute
- 44 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 92%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Shade Gap compares
Median household income
$62k
78% of Pennsylvania median
About Schools in Shade Gap, Pennsylvania
Shade Gap, Pennsylvania is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Shade Gap show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Shade Gap is Shade Gap EL Sch with a composite score of 6.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Shade Gap is served by 1 school district: Southern Huntingdon County SD. These districts collectively serve 1,037 students.
Shade Gap's community shows 8% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,667. The poverty rate in the area is 13.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 105 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.9 |
Schools in Shade Gap
Shade Gap, Pennsylvania · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,667
Median Home Value
$143,800
Median Rent
$833/mo
Population
1,034
College Educated
8%
Homeownership
92%
Avg Commute
44 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Community Profile
Shade Gap has a median household income of $61,667. It is a community where 8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $143,800, with a median rent of $833/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. The average commute in the area is 44 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Shade Gap, Pennsylvania
How many schools are in Shade Gap, Pennsylvania?
Shade Gap has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Shade Gap, Pennsylvania?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Shade Gap is 6.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Shade Gap, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked school in Shade Gap on MySchoolScout is Shade Gap EL Sch with a composite score of 6.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Shade Gap, Pennsylvania?
The top-ranked elementary school in Shade Gap on MySchoolScout is Shade Gap EL Sch with a composite score of 6.9/10.
How many school districts serve Shade Gap, Pennsylvania?
Shade Gap is served by 1 school district: Southern Huntingdon County Sd.
What is the education level in Shade Gap, Pennsylvania?
According to Census data, 8% of adults in Shade Gap have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Shade Gap, Pennsylvania?
The median household income in Shade Gap is approximately $61,667 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Shade Gap, Pennsylvania?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Shade Gap is 11.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Shade Gap, Pennsylvania?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Pennsylvania Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.