Serving 382 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Standing Stone Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 51% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Standing Stone El Sch serves the northeast part of Huntingdon, PA, covering an area of approximately 161 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges extending up to 23.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Standing Stone Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Standing Stone Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Standing Stone Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#1460 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
16%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bearcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Standing Stone Elementary School's ranking?
Standing Stone Elementary School is ranked #1460 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Standing Stone Elementary School?
382 students attend Standing Stone Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Standing Stone Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Standing Stone Elementary School?
Standing Stone Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Standing Stone Elementary School offer ?
Standing Stone Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Standing Stone Elementary School part of?
Standing Stone Elementary School is part of Huntingdon Area School District.
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