Excellent
#147 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 5% in state
West Snyder EL Sch
Elementary School · Midd-west Sd · Beaver Springs, PA
A Midd-west Sd elementary school where students score 24 points above what's typical for similar communities.
645 Snyder Avenue, Beaver Springs, PA 17812
- Math 50% vs PA 46% (2024)
- Reading 65% vs PA 53% (2024)
- 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at West Snyder EL Sch score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
2024 PSSA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. PA average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 13-year record (2012–2024), then recovered 8 points since 2020, reaching 57% in 2024.
Show all 12 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 50% (multi-year average, 2012-2024) · reading/ELA 63% (multi-year average, 2012-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 30 test records from PA state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Where West Snyder EL Sch sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 14Car-Dependent
- Bike 28Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$61,250
Median home value
$163,900
Median rent
$779/mo
College educated
10.4%
Homeownership
66.1%
Poverty rate
10.1%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 17812; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
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Nearby same-level schools
1 in Midd-West SD
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleburg EL SchEnrollment path unverified | 8.0 | K–5 | Not available | 562 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Midd-west Sd
- Schools in district
- 4
- Rank in district
- #1 of 4
- District spending per student
- This value was not reported by the source.
- District child poverty rate
- 18.9%Census SAIPE · 2024
West Snyder EL Sch is listed in Midd-West SD; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About West Snyder EL Sch
West Snyder EL Sch is a public elementary school in Beaver Springs, PA, part of Midd-west Sd, serving approximately 329 students in grades Kindergarten-5th with a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #147 of 2,846 schools in PA. State assessment records show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about West Snyder EL Sch
What grades does West Snyder EL Sch serve?
West Snyder EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend West Snyder EL Sch?
West Snyder EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 329 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Snyder EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at West Snyder EL Sch is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Snyder EL Sch rank in PA?
West Snyder EL Sch ranks #147 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is West Snyder EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
West Snyder EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 West Snyder EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Snyder EL Sch has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is West Snyder EL Sch a charter school?
No, West Snyder EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Snyder EL Sch a Title I school?
No, West Snyder EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Snyder EL Sch?
100.0% of students at West 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 329
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Snyder County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.6%
- Phone
- (570) 837-0046
- Area population (ZIP 17812)
- 1,497
- Area average commute
- 31.8 min
- Area median age
- 47.3
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 PSSA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 PSSA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 PSSA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 PSSA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 17812; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2012-2024; directory SY 2023–24
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