Serving 870 students in grades 4-6, Shaler Area 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 42% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 870 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for Shaler Area Elementary School encompasses the entire school district of Glenshaw, PA, covering approximately 14.7 square miles. Typically, families within this zone can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shaler Area Elementary School's student population of 870 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
870 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Shaler Area 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 Shaler Area Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#1250 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-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 Shaler Area Elementary School's ranking?
Shaler Area Elementary School is ranked #1250 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Shaler Area Elementary School?
870 students attend Shaler Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Shaler Area Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shaler Area Elementary School?
Shaler Area Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shaler Area Elementary School offer ?
Shaler Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shaler Area Elementary School part of?
Shaler Area Elementary School is part of Shaler Area School District.
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