Shanksville-Stonycreek High School, located near the small community of Shanksville, in central Somerset County is a small high school serving a census of 146 in grades 9-12. Located within five miles is the newly dedicated Flight 93 National Memorial in Pennsylvania's Laurel Highlands.
Serving 133 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shanksville-stonycreek Elementary 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Shanksville-Stonycreek El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 66.2 square miles in and around Shanksville, PA. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shanksville-stonycreek Elementary School's student population of 133 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
133 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
Campus Size
45 acres
School Motto
Better Because We Strive To Be
School Rankings
Shanksville-stonycreek Elementary 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 Shanksville-stonycreek Elementary 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
#1435 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
98%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shanksville-stonycreek Elementary School's ranking?
Shanksville-stonycreek Elementary School is ranked #1435 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Shanksville-stonycreek Elementary School?
133 students attend Shanksville-stonycreek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Shanksville-stonycreek Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shanksville-stonycreek Elementary School?
Shanksville-stonycreek Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shanksville-stonycreek Elementary School offer ?
Shanksville-stonycreek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shanksville-stonycreek Elementary School part of?
Shanksville-stonycreek Elementary School is part of Shanksville-Stonycreek School District.
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