Sligo EL Sch

Sligo El Sch earns an Exceptional composite score of 9.1 out of 10, one of the highest ratings in Pennsylvania. This regular public school serves 218 students across kindergarten through fifth grade in Sligo, Pennsylvania. It ranks 59th out of 2,842 public schools statewide — outperforming 98% of Pennsylvania schools — a standing that puts it well inside the top tier for the state.

The standout number is growth: a perfect 10.0 out of 10. Students here make more academic progress year over year than nearly every other school in Pennsylvania. Academic performance earns a 7.6 out of 10, a solid score that, combined with that growth rate, points to a school where student progress is consistent and measurable.

With a student-teacher ratio of 11.5 to 1, Sligo El keeps class sizes tight and instruction direct. That access matters in elementary grades, where foundational reading and math skills develop quickly — or don't. Among Pennsylvania's 1,625 elementary schools, Sligo ranks 51st, a top-3-percent finish that holds across both its elementary peer group and the broader public school population.

Located in a rural area, Sligo EL Sch may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.