West Snyder Elementary School

645 Snyder Avenue
Beaver Springs, PA 17812
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 329 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Snyder Elementary 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 329 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 2%
  • : Top 50% in PA
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Snyder Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

West Snyder Elementary School's student population of 329 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

School Rankings

West Snyder 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 West Snyder Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#1346 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
45-49%
36%
50-54%
55%
80-84%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
98%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.04
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
3%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Snyder Elementary School's ranking?
West Snyder Elementary School is ranked #1346 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend West Snyder Elementary School?
329 students attend West Snyder Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of West Snyder Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Snyder Elementary School?
West Snyder Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Snyder Elementary School offer ?
West Snyder Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Snyder Elementary School part of?
West Snyder Elementary School is part of Midd-West School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 329 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 2%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Btm 50%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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