Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Slippery Rock Area Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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 6% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Slippery Rock Area Elementary School serves the northern part of its district in Slippery Rock, PA, covering approximately 61 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.3 miles to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 8.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slippery Rock Area Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Slippery Rock Area Elementary School's student population of 453 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
453 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Slippery Rock Area Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Slippery Rock Area Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#183 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
14%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Slippery Rock Area Elementary School's ranking?
Slippery Rock Area Elementary School is ranked #183 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Slippery Rock Area Elementary School often compared to?
Slippery Rock Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dassa Mckinney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Slippery Rock Area Elementary School?
453 students attend Slippery Rock Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Slippery Rock Area Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Slippery Rock Area Elementary School?
Slippery Rock Area Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Slippery Rock Area Elementary School offer ?
Slippery Rock Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Slippery Rock Area Elementary School part of?
Slippery Rock Area Elementary School is part of Slippery Rock Area School District.
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