Serving 197 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Loyalsock Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (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 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Loyalsock Valley Elementary School serves the entire district of Montoursville, PA, covering an area of approximately 163 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 14.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Loyalsock Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Loyalsock Valley Elementary School's student population of 197 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Loyalsock Valley Elementary School 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 Loyalsock Valley Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1344 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
95%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loyalsock Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Loyalsock Valley Elementary School is ranked #1344 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Loyalsock Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Loyalsock Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lyter Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% 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 Loyalsock Valley Elementary School?
197 students attend Loyalsock Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Loyalsock Valley Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Loyalsock Valley Elementary School?
Loyalsock Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Loyalsock Valley Elementary School offer ?
Loyalsock Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Loyalsock Valley Elementary School part of?
Loyalsock Valley Elementary School is part of Montoursville Area School District.
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