Serving 90 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Shade Gap Elementary 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shade Gap Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Shade Gap Elementary School's student population of 90 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
90 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
25 acres
School Motto
Rocketing our students into their future.
Average Class Size
18 students
School Rankings
Shade Gap Elementary 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 Shade Gap Elementary School is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1703 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Hispanic
5%
16%
White
94%
60%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rockets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shade Gap Elementary School's ranking?
Shade Gap Elementary School is ranked #1703 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Shade Gap Elementary School?
90 students attend Shade Gap Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Shade Gap Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shade Gap Elementary School?
Shade Gap Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shade Gap Elementary School offer ?
Shade Gap Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shade Gap Elementary School part of?
Shade Gap Elementary School is part of Southern Huntingdon County School District.
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