Excellent
#319 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 11% in state
Slippery Rock Area EL Sch
Elementary School · Slippery Rock Area SD
470 N Main St, Slippery Rock, PA 16057
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#319 of 2,846
In Slippery Rock
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Slippery Rock Area SD
Academic growth
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Slippery Rock Area EL Sch
Elementary School in Slippery Rock · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Slippery Rock Area EL Sch
Slippery Rock Area EL Sch is a public elementary school in Slippery Rock, PA, part of Slippery Rock Area SD. Slippery Rock Area EL Sch serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Slippery Rock Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #319 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Slippery Rock Area EL Sch show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- District avg 8.5
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Slippery Rock Area EL Sch — Students at Slippery Rock Area EL Sch score 69% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.2%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.5/10.
How Slippery Rock Area EL Sch Compares
See how Slippery Rock Area 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
470 N Main St, Slippery Rock, PA 16057
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Slippery Rock Area EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moraine El Sch (rated 8.6/10, 11.6 miles away, in nearby Prospect), with a very similar rating. Another option is Laurel El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby New Castle), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Northwest El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Butler), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Slippery Rock, see our Slippery Rock schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Slippery Rock Area MS Slippery Rock | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Slippery Rock Area HS Slippery Rock | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Grove City Area MS Grove City | 5.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Hillview El Sch Grove City | 5.6 mi | 7.9 |
| GROVE CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Grove City | 6.4 mi | 4.2 |
| GROVE CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Grove City | 6.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Grove City Area HS Grove City | 6.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Moniteau JSHS West Sunbury | 8.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Moraine El Sch Prospect | 11.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Victory El Sch Harrisville | 11.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Dassa McKinney El Sch West Sunbury | 10.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Laurel El Sch New Castle | 10.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Laurel HS New Castle | 11.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Laurel MS New Castle | 11.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Center Township El Sch Butler | 13.3 mi | 7.3 |
| FAITH COUNTRY CHAPEL PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN New Castle | 12.6 mi | — |
| CREATIVE LEARNING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mercer | 13.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Northwest El Sch Butler | 15.4 mi | 8.0 |
| COAL VALLEY SCHOOL Emlenton | 13.5 mi | — |
| Mercer Area MS Mercer | 14.4 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,285
Median Home Value
$242,200
Median Rent
$858/mo
Population
15,264
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
20.8%
Median Age
26.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Slippery Rock Area EL Sch
What grades does Slippery Rock Area EL Sch serve?
Slippery Rock Area EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Slippery Rock Area EL Sch?
Slippery Rock Area EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Slippery Rock Area EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Slippery Rock Area EL Sch is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Slippery Rock Area EL Sch rank in PA?
Slippery Rock Area EL Sch ranks #319 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Slippery Rock Area EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Slippery Rock Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Slippery Rock Area EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Slippery Rock Area EL Sch has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Slippery Rock Area EL Sch a charter school?
No, Slippery Rock Area EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Slippery Rock Area EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Slippery Rock Area EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Slippery Rock Area EL Sch?
49.2% of students at Slippery Rock 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 443
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Butler County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (724) 794-2960
Resources & Links
District
Slippery Rock Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,865
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,684
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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