Excellent
#405 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 14% in state
Mountaintop Area EL Sch
Elementary School · Bald Eagle Area SD
100 School Dr # 865, Snow Shoe, PA 16874
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
103
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#405 of 2,846
In district
#2 of 5
Bald Eagle Area SD
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Mountaintop Area EL Sch
Elementary School in Snow Shoe · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Mountaintop Area EL Sch
Mountaintop Area EL Sch is a public elementary school in Snow Shoe, PA, part of Bald Eagle Area SD. Mountaintop Area EL Sch serves approximately 103 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountaintop Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #405 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Mountaintop Area EL Sch show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.8
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 103 students, Mountaintop Area EL Sch is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Mountaintop Area EL Sch sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Mountaintop Area EL Sch — Students at Mountaintop Area EL Sch score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 7.5/10.
How Mountaintop Area EL Sch Compares
See how Mountaintop Area EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 School Dr # 865, Snow Shoe, PA 16874
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountaintop Area EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Radio Park El Sch (rated 9.0/10, 16.1 miles away, in nearby State College), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Spring Creek El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby State College), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Park Forest El Sch (rated 8.7/10, 15.2 miles away, in nearby State College), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Snow Shoe, see our Snow Shoe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wingate El Sch Wingate | 9.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Bald Eagle Area MS/SHS Wingate | 9.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Benner El Sch Bellefonte | 11.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Bellefonte El Sch Bellefonte | 11.5 mi | 7.1 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION AND AUTISM CENTER State College | 13.5 mi | — |
| CENTRE COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bellefonte | 12.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Bellefonte Area MS Bellefonte | 12.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Bellefonte Area HS Bellefonte | 12.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Park Forest El Sch State College | 15.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Park Forest MS State College | 15.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Gray's Woods El Sch Port Matilda | 15.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Spring Creek El Sch State College | 15.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Radio Park El Sch State College | 16.1 mi | 9.0 |
| BENNETT FAMILY CENTER University Park | 16.2 mi | — |
| GRACE PREP HIGH SCHOOL State College | 16.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Central PA Institute of Science and Technology Pleasant Gap | 14.6 mi | — |
| Port Matilda El Sch Port Matilda | 16.7 mi | 8.0 |
| OUR CHILDREN'S CENTER State College | 17.0 mi | — |
| Corl Street El Sch State College | 17.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Easterly Parkway El Sch State College | 17.2 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16874 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,250
Median Home Value
$168,400
Median Rent
$878/mo
Population
1,209
College Educated
13.5%
Homeownership
84.1%
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
48.4
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| Beaver-Main El Sch Bloomsburg, PA | 8.2 |
| HOLMESBURG CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Philadelphia, PA | 8.0 |
| Port Matilda El Sch Port Matilda, PA | 8.0 |
| RIVER VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL Upper Black Eddy, PA | 8.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountaintop Area EL Sch
What grades does Mountaintop Area EL Sch serve?
Mountaintop Area EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mountaintop Area EL Sch?
Mountaintop Area EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 103 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountaintop Area EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountaintop Area EL Sch is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountaintop Area EL Sch rank in PA?
Mountaintop Area EL Sch ranks #405 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Mountaintop Area EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountaintop Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Mountaintop Area EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountaintop Area EL Sch has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mountaintop Area EL Sch a charter school?
No, Mountaintop Area EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountaintop Area EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Mountaintop Area EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountaintop Area EL Sch?
44.7% of students at Mountaintop Area EL 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 103
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Centre County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.6%
- Phone
- (814) 387-6861
Resources & Links
District
Bald Eagle Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,524
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,540
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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