Serving 450 students in grades 4-6, Shallow Brook Inter School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shallow Brook Inter School's student population of 450 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shallow Brook Inter 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 Shallow Brook Inter School is 0.44, 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
#1007 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
9%
14%
White
74%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shallow Brook Inter School's ranking?
Shallow Brook Inter School is ranked #1007 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Shallow Brook Inter School?
450 students attend Shallow Brook Inter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Shallow Brook Inter School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shallow Brook Inter School?
Shallow Brook Inter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shallow Brook Inter School offer ?
Shallow Brook Inter School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Shallow Brook Inter School part of?
Shallow Brook Inter School is part of Northeastern York School District.
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