Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Blacklick Valley El Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Blacklick Valley El Ctr's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 33.5 square miles around Nanty Glo, PA, with most students living within a typical 10-12 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 3.4 miles, while the furthest edge extends up to 6.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blacklick Valley El Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blacklick Valley El Center's student population of 316 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
316 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Blacklick Valley El Center ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blacklick Valley El Center is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1227 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blacklick Valley El Center's ranking?
Blacklick Valley El Center is ranked #1227 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Blacklick Valley El Center often compared to?
Blacklick Valley El Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Cambria Heights Elementary School, Jackson Elementary School, Cambria Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Blacklick Valley El Center?
316 students attend Blacklick Valley El Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Blacklick Valley El Center students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blacklick Valley El Center?
Blacklick Valley El Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blacklick Valley El Center offer ?
Blacklick Valley El Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blacklick Valley El Center part of?
Blacklick Valley El Center is part of Blacklick Valley School District.
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