Shannock Valley Elementary School

210 Cowanshannock Avenue
Rural Valley, PA 16249
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 310 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Shannock Valley Elementary 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 55% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 310 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • : Top 50% in PA
  • : 55% (Top 30%)
  • : 59% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : Shannock Valley El Sch serves the eastern part of its school district in Rural Valley, PA, covering an area of approximately 64.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Shannock Valley Elementary School's student population of 310 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
310 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Every Student

School Rankings

Shannock Valley 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 Shannock Valley Elementary School is 0.00, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#947 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
55%
38%
59%
55%
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
100%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.00
(22-23)
18.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shannock Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Shannock Valley Elementary School is ranked #947 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Shannock Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Shannock Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dayton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Shannock Valley Elementary School?
310 students attend Shannock Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Shannock Valley Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shannock Valley Elementary School?
Shannock Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shannock Valley Elementary School offer ?
Shannock Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shannock Valley Elementary School part of?
Shannock Valley Elementary School is part of Armstrong School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 310 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • : Top 50%
  • : 55% (Top 30%)
  • : 59% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : Shannock Valley El Sch serves the eastern part of its school district in Rural Valley, PA, covering an area of approximately 64.7 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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