Serving 482 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Shrewsbury Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 57% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Shrewsbury Elementary School serves the eastern part of Glen Rock, PA, covering an area of approximately 10.6 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and the furthest edge being 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shrewsbury Elementary School's student population of 482 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Shrewsbury Elementary 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 Shrewsbury Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#691 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
84%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shrewsbury Elementary School's ranking?
Shrewsbury Elementary School is ranked #691 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Shrewsbury Elementary School often compared to?
Shrewsbury Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southern Elementary School, Stewartstown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Shrewsbury Elementary School?
482 students attend Shrewsbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Shrewsbury Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shrewsbury Elementary School?
Shrewsbury Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shrewsbury Elementary School offer ?
Shrewsbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shrewsbury Elementary School part of?
Shrewsbury Elementary School is part of Southern York County School District.
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