Serving 548 students in grades 4-6, Lycoming Valley Intrmd 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 38% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lycoming Valley Intrmd School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lycoming Valley Intrmd School's student population of 548 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lycoming Valley Intrmd 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 Lycoming Valley Intrmd School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1700 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
11%
14%
White
70%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lycoming Valley Intrmd School's ranking?
Lycoming Valley Intrmd School is ranked #1700 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lycoming Valley Intrmd School often compared to?
Lycoming Valley Intrmd Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warrior Run Middle School, Curtin Intrmd School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lycoming Valley Intrmd School?
548 students attend Lycoming Valley Intrmd School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Lycoming Valley Intrmd School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lycoming Valley Intrmd School?
Lycoming Valley Intrmd School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lycoming Valley Intrmd School offer ?
Lycoming Valley Intrmd School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lycoming Valley Intrmd School part of?
Lycoming Valley Intrmd School is part of Williamsport Area School District.
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