Serving 162 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oswayo Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oswayo Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Oswayo Valley Elementary School's student population of 162 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oswayo Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oswayo Valley Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#656 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
100%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
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 Oswayo Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Oswayo Valley Elementary School is ranked #656 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Oswayo Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Oswayo Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northern Potter Childrens School, Coudersport Area Elementary School, Austin Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Oswayo Valley Elementary School?
162 students attend Oswayo Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Oswayo Valley Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oswayo Valley Elementary School?
Oswayo Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oswayo Valley Elementary School offer ?
Oswayo Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Oswayo Valley Elementary School part of?
Oswayo Valley Elementary School is part of Oswayo Valley School District.
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