Serving 348 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School ranks in the top 50% 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 59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% 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: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Penns Valley Area El and Intrmd Sch serves an attendance zone that spans the entire school district, covering approximately 256 square miles in Spring Mills, PA. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching as far as 24.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd 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 Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School is 0.04, 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
#886 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 16-year historical data
White
98%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School's ranking?
Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School is ranked #886 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School often compared to?
Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centre Hall-potter Elementary School, Miles Township Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School?
348 students attend Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School?
Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School offer ?
Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School part of?
Penns Valley Area El And Intrmd School is part of Penns Valley Area School District.
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