Serving 263 students in grades 1-3, Shepherdstown Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shepherdstown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Shepherdstown Elementary School's student population of 263 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shepherdstown 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 Shepherdstown Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#1148 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
7%
14%
White
72%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shepherdstown Elementary School's ranking?
Shepherdstown Elementary School is ranked #1148 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Shepherdstown Elementary School often compared to?
Shepherdstown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmwood Academy, Highland Elementary School, Northside 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Shepherdstown Elementary School?
263 students attend Shepherdstown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Shepherdstown Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shepherdstown Elementary School?
Shepherdstown Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shepherdstown Elementary School offer ?
Shepherdstown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Shepherdstown Elementary School part of?
Shepherdstown Elementary School is part of Mechanicsburg Area School District.
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