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Shrewsbury EL Sch

Elementary School · Southern York County SD

PO Box 128, Glen Rock, PA 17327

Enrollment

487

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,686 of 2,846

In Glen Rock

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Southern York County SD

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Shrewsbury EL Sch

5.9/10

Elementary School in Glen Rock · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Shrewsbury EL Sch

Shrewsbury EL Sch is a public elementary school in Glen Rock, PA, part of Southern York County SD. Shrewsbury EL Sch serves approximately 487 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Shrewsbury EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,686 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Shrewsbury EL Sch show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • PA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52.5% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60.3% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.5 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,659
Chronic Absenteeism9.7%

Shrewsbury EL Sch — Students at Shrewsbury EL Sch score 56% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 60.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 69.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 38 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
91%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
88%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
55%
ELA
73%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
64%
2018
Math
53%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
50.8%
ELA
66.7%
2024
Math
52.6%
ELA
60.3%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Shrewsbury EL Sch Compares

See how Shrewsbury EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
41th percentile in PA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO Box 128, Glen Rock, PA 17327

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Shrewsbury EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Seventh District Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Parkton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dallastown El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Dallastown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Loganville-Springfield El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby York), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glen Rock, see our Glen Rock schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.9 mi
School Distance Rating
SHREWSBURY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Freedom 1.3 mi 5.9
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL New Freedom 1.6 mi 6.1
Southern MS Glen Rock 3.1 mi 4.9
Susquehannock HS Glen Rock 3.2 mi 7.6
Southern El Sch Glen Rock 3.3 mi 6.8
Seventh District Elementary Parkton 5.8 mi 9.2
Stewartstown El Sch Stewartstown 4.6 mi 6.2
Friendship El Sch Glen Rock 4.8 mi 5.8
N Hopewell-Winterstown El Sch Red Lion 6.2 mi 5.7
Prettyboy Elementary Freeland 6.9 mi 7.6
Loganville-Springfield El Sch York 7.0 mi 7.8
Dallastown Area Intermediate Sch York 8.0 mi 6.3
Dallastown Area SHS Dallastown 9.2 mi 7.3
Dallastown Area MS Dallastown 9.2 mi 4.0
Dallastown El Sch Dallastown 9.6 mi 8.3
Red Lion Area JHS Red Lion 9.6 mi 4.2
RIVER ROCK ACADEMY RED LION CAMPUS Red Lion 9.7 mi 7.1
Red Lion Area SHS Red Lion 9.9 mi 5.7
York Twp El Sch York 10.4 mi 5.9
RED LION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Red Lion 9.9 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17327 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$100,298

Median Home Value

$306,100

Median Rent

$1,165/mo

Population

8,228

College Educated

28.5%

Homeownership

73.8%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.9%

Median Age

43.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Shrewsbury EL Sch

What grades does Shrewsbury EL Sch serve?

Shrewsbury EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Shrewsbury EL Sch?

Shrewsbury EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 487 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Shrewsbury EL Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Shrewsbury EL Sch is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Shrewsbury EL Sch rank in PA?

Shrewsbury EL Sch ranks #1,686 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Shrewsbury EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Shrewsbury EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Shrewsbury EL Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Shrewsbury EL Sch has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Shrewsbury EL Sch a charter school?

No, Shrewsbury EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Shrewsbury EL Sch a Title I school?

No, Shrewsbury EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shrewsbury EL Sch?

26.5% of students at Shrewsbury 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
487
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

District

Southern York County SD
District Enrollment
2,799
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,659
District Rank
#3 of 5

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