Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Elk Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Elk Valley Elementary School's student population of 553 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Elk Valley 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 Elk Valley Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#863 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
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 Elk Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Elk Valley Elementary School is ranked #863 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Elk Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Elk Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Elk Valley Elementary School?
553 students attend Elk Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Elk Valley Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elk Valley Elementary School?
Elk Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elk Valley Elementary School offer ?
Elk Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elk Valley Elementary School part of?
Elk Valley Elementary School is part of Girard School District.
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