Serving 372 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Moshannon Valley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moshannon Valley El Sch's attendance zone covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 94.8 square miles around Houtzdale, PA. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moshannon Valley Elementary School's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
372 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Moshannon Valley Elementary 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 Moshannon Valley Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#1804 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
White
96%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
Showing 2013–2022. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moshannon Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Moshannon Valley Elementary School is ranked #1804 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Moshannon Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Moshannon Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bethel Memorial Elementary School, Curwensville Area Elementary School, Clearfield Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Moshannon Valley Elementary School?
372 students attend Moshannon Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Moshannon Valley Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moshannon Valley Elementary School?
Moshannon Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moshannon Valley Elementary School offer ?
Moshannon Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Moshannon Valley Elementary School part of?
Moshannon Valley Elementary School is part of Moshannon Valley School District.
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