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Snyder EL Sch

Elementary School · Sayre Area SD

130 Cedar St, Sayre, PA 18840

Enrollment

444

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,899 of 2,846

In Sayre

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Sayre Area SD

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Snyder EL Sch

5.5/10

Elementary School in Sayre · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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5.7/10

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About Snyder EL Sch

Snyder EL Sch is a public elementary school in Sayre, PA, part of Sayre Area SD. Snyder EL Sch serves approximately 444 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Snyder EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,899 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Snyder EL Sch show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.9 pts below PA schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • PA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.0Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.4% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.9% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-24.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.9 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected+1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,693
Chronic Absenteeism6.3%

Snyder EL Sch — Students at Snyder EL Sch score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

102.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 55.0% (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
93%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
73%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
40.1%
ELA
52.6%
2024
Math
27.8%
ELA
41%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How Snyder EL Sch Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in PA
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
4.0/10
Below Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
103%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.3%

Location

130 Cedar St, Sayre, PA 18840

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Snyder EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SRU El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby East Smithfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is EPIPHANY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TIOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Tioga Center), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sayre, see our Sayre schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.6 mi
School Distance Rating
EPIPHANY SCHOOL Sayre 0.3 mi 7.4
Sayre Area HS Sayre 0.7 mi 5.7
ELM STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly 1.1 mi 4.8
Athens Area HS Athens 1.4 mi 7.5
Audrielle Lynch-Ellen Bustin El Sch Athens 1.4 mi 7.2
LINCOLN STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Waverly 1.4 mi 4.2
Harlan Rowe MS Athens 1.5 mi 7.3
WAVERLY HIGH SCHOOL Waverly 1.7 mi 8.5
WAVERLY MIDDLE SCHOOL Waverly 1.7 mi 5.3
SRU El Sch East Smithfield 10.2 mi 7.9
NORTH ROME CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rome 10.5 mi 6.1
TIOGA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tioga Center 10.4 mi 7.3
TIOGA MIDDLE SCHOOL Tioga Center 10.4 mi 5.2
TIOGA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Tioga Center 10.4 mi 8.9
Northern Tier Career Center Towanda 13.2 mi
SPENCER-VAN ETTEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Van Etten 14.6 mi 6.2
UNION VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ulster 11.8 mi
SPENCER-VAN ETTEN HIGH SCHOOL Spencer 14.8 mi 7.2
SPENCER-VAN ETTEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Spencer 15.6 mi 7.0
Towanda Area JSHS Towanda 15.6 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 18840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,836

Median Home Value

$170,500

Median Rent

$906/mo

Population

11,249

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

67.9%

Avg Commute

17.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Snyder EL Sch

What grades does Snyder EL Sch serve?

Snyder EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Snyder EL Sch?

Snyder EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 444 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Snyder EL Sch is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Snyder EL Sch rank in PA?

Snyder EL Sch ranks #1,899 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Snyder EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Snyder EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Snyder EL Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Snyder EL Sch has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Snyder EL Sch a charter school?

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

Is Snyder EL Sch a Title I school?

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

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

102.5% of students at Snyder 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
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
444
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
102.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Bradford County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.3%

District

Sayre Area SD
District Enrollment
838
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,693
District Rank
#2 of 2

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