Serving 495 students in grades 4-5, Shippensburg Area Intrm 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 47% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Shippensburg Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Shippensburg School District, covering approximately 122.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shippensburg Area Intrm School's student population of 495 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
495 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shippensburg Area Intrm 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 Shippensburg Area Intrm School is 0.49, 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
#1271 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Grey
School Mascot
Greyhound
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shippensburg Area Intrm School's ranking?
Shippensburg Area Intrm School is ranked #1271 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Shippensburg Area Intrm School?
495 students attend Shippensburg Area Intrm School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Shippensburg Area Intrm School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shippensburg Area Intrm School?
Shippensburg Area Intrm School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shippensburg Area Intrm School offer ?
Shippensburg Area Intrm School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shippensburg Area Intrm School part of?
Shippensburg Area Intrm School is part of Shippensburg Area School District.
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