Serving 497 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Williams Valley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Williams Valley El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Tower City, PA, covering approximately 61.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 10.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 18.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Williams Valley Elementary School's student population of 497 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
497 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Williams Valley 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 Williams Valley 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
#2158 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
84%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williams Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Williams Valley Elementary School is ranked #2158 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Williams Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Williams Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hegins-hubley Elementary School, Pine Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Williams Valley Elementary School?
497 students attend Williams Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Williams Valley Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williams Valley Elementary School?
Williams Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Williams Valley Elementary School offer ?
Williams Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williams Valley Elementary School part of?
Williams Valley Elementary School is part of Williams Valley School District.
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