Serving 132 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oswayo Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 132 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oswayo Valley El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 122.6 square miles in Shinglehouse, PA. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.2 miles to the zone's edge, reaching as far as 12.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oswayo Valley Elementary School's student population of 132 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
132 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oswayo Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oswayo Valley Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#711 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 1991–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
99%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Oswayo Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Oswayo Valley Elementary School is ranked #711 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Oswayo Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Oswayo Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Potter Childrens School, Coudersport Area Elementary School, Austin Area 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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Oswayo Valley Elementary School?
132 students attend Oswayo Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Oswayo Valley Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oswayo Valley Elementary School?
Oswayo Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oswayo Valley Elementary School offer ?
Oswayo Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oswayo Valley Elementary School part of?
Oswayo Valley Elementary School is part of Oswayo Valley School District.
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