Serving 308 students in grades 5-6, Shamokin Area Intermediate 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 18% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shamokin Area Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Coal Township, PA, encompassing approximately 70.6 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shamokin Area Intermediate School's student population of 308 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
308 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
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School Rankings
Shamokin Area Intermediate 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 Shamokin Area Intermediate School is 0.46, 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
#2183 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Hispanic
22%
16%
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Black
5%
14%
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White
70%
60%
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Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.1%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shamokin Area Intermediate School's ranking?
Shamokin Area Intermediate School is ranked #2183 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Shamokin Area Intermediate School?
308 students attend Shamokin Area Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Shamokin Area Intermediate School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shamokin Area Intermediate School?
Shamokin Area Intermediate School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shamokin Area Intermediate School offer ?
Shamokin Area Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shamokin Area Intermediate School part of?
Shamokin Area Intermediate School is part of Shamokin Area School District.
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