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 90 students in grades 9-12, Shanksville-stonycreek High School ranks in the top 30% 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 ≥50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shanksville-Stonycreek High School serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 66.2 square miles in Shanksville, PA. The average drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shanksville-stonycreek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Shanksville-stonycreek High School's student population of 90 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
90 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1929
Campus Size
2 acres
School Rankings
Shanksville-stonycreek High 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 Shanksville-stonycreek High School is 0.10, 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
#730 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
95%
60%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 High School's ranking?
Shanksville-stonycreek High School is ranked #730 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shanksville-stonycreek High School?
The graduation rate of Shanksville-stonycreek High School is 80%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87.5%.
How many students attend Shanksville-stonycreek High School?
90 students attend Shanksville-stonycreek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Shanksville-stonycreek High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shanksville-stonycreek High School?
Shanksville-stonycreek High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shanksville-stonycreek High School offer ?
Shanksville-stonycreek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shanksville-stonycreek High School part of?
Shanksville-stonycreek High School is part of Shanksville-Stonycreek School District.
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