Needs Improvement
#2588 of 2,846 schools in PA
Shenandoah Valley EL Sch
Elementary School · Shenandoah Valley SD
805 West Centre Street, Shenandoah, PA 17976
Enrollment
692
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
692
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,588 of 2,846
In Shenandoah
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Shenandoah Valley SD
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Shenandoah Valley EL Sch
Elementary School in Shenandoah · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Shenandoah Valley EL Sch
Shenandoah Valley EL Sch is a public elementary school in Shenandoah, PA, part of Shenandoah Valley SD. Shenandoah Valley EL Sch serves approximately 692 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Shenandoah Valley EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,588 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Shenandoah Valley EL Sch show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Shenandoah Valley EL Sch were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Shenandoah Valley EL Sch — Students at Shenandoah Valley EL Sch score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 38 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: 3.3/10.
How Shenandoah Valley EL Sch Compares
See how Shenandoah Valley EL Sch 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
805 West Centre Street, Shenandoah, PA 17976
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shenandoah Valley EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Saint Clair Area El/MS (rated 6.2/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Saint Clair), which scores notably higher. Another option is Minersville Area El Ctr (rated 5.6/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Minersville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST NICHOLAS SCHOOL (rated 5.2/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Minersville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Shenandoah, see our Shenandoah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shenandoah Valley JSHS Shenandoah | 0.0 mi | 3.4 |
| Schuylkill Technology Centers-North Campus Frackville | 3.2 mi | — |
| Mahanoy Area El Sch Mahanoy City | 3.2 mi | 3.3 |
| Mahanoy Area JSHS Mahanoy City | 3.2 mi | 3.7 |
| North Schuylkill El Sch Ashland | 5.3 mi | 4.1 |
| North Schuylkill JSHS Ashland | 5.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Saint Clair Area El/MS Saint Clair | 7.2 mi | 6.2 |
| NATIVITY BVM HIGH SCHOOL Pottsville | 8.9 mi | 5.5 |
| ST NICHOLAS SCHOOL Minersville | 9.0 mi | 5.2 |
| PERCEPTION TRAINING CENTER Pottsville | 9.4 mi | — |
| THE PERCEPTION TRAINING CENTER, INC. Pottsville | 9.4 mi | — |
| Clarke El Ctr Pottsville | 9.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Minersville Area El Ctr Minersville | 9.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Lengel MS Pottsville | 9.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Minersville Area JSHS Minersville | 9.1 mi | 3.9 |
| ASSUMPTION BVM SCHOOL Pottsville | 9.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Pottsville Area HS Pottsville | 9.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Gillingham Charter School Pottsville | 9.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Schuylkill Technology Centers-South Campus Mar Lin | 9.6 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH CENTER FOR SPECIAL LEARNING Pottsville | 10.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17976 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$46,684
Median Home Value
$47,800
Median Rent
$827/mo
Population
5,988
College Educated
13.9%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
27.5%
Median Age
38
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| Antonia Pantoja Community CS Philadelphia, PA | 3.8 |
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| Fountain Hill El Sch Bethlehem, PA | 3.8 |
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| Robert Benjamin Wiley Community CS Erie, PA | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shenandoah Valley EL Sch
What grades does Shenandoah Valley EL Sch serve?
Shenandoah Valley EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Shenandoah Valley EL Sch?
Shenandoah Valley EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 692 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Shenandoah Valley EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Shenandoah Valley EL Sch is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Shenandoah Valley EL Sch rank in PA?
Shenandoah Valley EL Sch ranks #2,588 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Shenandoah Valley EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Shenandoah Valley EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Shenandoah Valley EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Shenandoah Valley EL Sch has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Shenandoah Valley EL Sch a charter school?
No, Shenandoah Valley EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shenandoah Valley EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Shenandoah Valley EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shenandoah Valley EL Sch?
100.1% of students at Shenandoah Valley 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 692
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Schuylkill County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (570) 462-2796
Resources & Links
District
Shenandoah Valley SD- District Enrollment
- 1,235
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,772
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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