School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Total Students (09-10)
59 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Asian
(09-10)n/a
4%
Hispanic
(09-10)17%
9%
Black
(09-10)80%
15%
White
(09-10)3%
72%
Hawaiian
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(09-10)n/a
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
81%
31%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (09-10)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Shimmell School?
59 students attend Shimmell School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Shimmell School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does Shimmell School offer ?
Shimmell School offers enrollment in grades 2-12
What school district is Shimmell School part of?
Shimmell School is part of Harrisburg City School District.
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