Serving 532 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Nancy Grayson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nancy Grayson Elementary School serves the western part of Shippensburg, PA, covering an area of approximately 62.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 11.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nancy Grayson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Nancy Grayson Elementary School's student population of 532 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
532 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Goals of Grayson - Be Ready, Be Safe, Be Respectful'
School Rankings
Nancy Grayson 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 Nancy Grayson Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#1171 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Grey
School Mascot
Greyhound
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nancy Grayson Elementary School's ranking?
Nancy Grayson Elementary School is ranked #1171 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Nancy Grayson Elementary School often compared to?
Nancy Grayson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School, James Burd Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Nancy Grayson Elementary School?
532 students attend Nancy Grayson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Nancy Grayson Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nancy Grayson Elementary School?
Nancy Grayson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nancy Grayson Elementary School offer ?
Nancy Grayson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nancy Grayson Elementary School part of?
Nancy Grayson Elementary School is part of Shippensburg Area School District.
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