Serving 614 students in grades 3-5, Chief Shikellamy School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 614 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chief Shikellamy School serves the southwest part of Sunbury, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chief Shikellamy School's student population of 614 students has grown by 83% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 73% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
614 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chief Shikellamy School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chief Shikellamy School is 0.44, 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
#1830 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
16%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
73%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chief Shikellamy School's ranking?
Chief Shikellamy School is ranked #1830 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Chief Shikellamy School often compared to?
Chief Shikellamy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Priestley School, Mount Carmel Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Chief Shikellamy School?
614 students attend Chief Shikellamy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Chief Shikellamy School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chief Shikellamy School?
Chief Shikellamy School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chief Shikellamy School offer ?
Chief Shikellamy School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chief Shikellamy School part of?
Chief Shikellamy School is part of Shikellamy School District.
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