Shannock Valley El Sch, an elementary public school serving grades K–6 in Rural Valley, Pennsylvania, with 310 students and a student-teacher ratio of 11.5:1. Data: NCES 2024-2025.
📖 Academic Overview & Key Context
Located in Rural Valley, Pennsylvania, Shannock Valley El Sch is a regular public school serving students from grades K–6. The school operates within the Armstrong SD in Armstrong County. With a current reported enrollment of 310 students, it provides a smaller, close-knit learning environment designed to support academic and personal growth.
In terms of academic staffing and instructional attention, Shannock Valley El Sch maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.5:1. This favorable ratio is lower than the typical national public school average of approximately 16:1, offering opportunities for individualized guidance and collaborative classroom engagement. The campus educational team includes approximately 27.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) classroom teachers and certified instructional personnel.
Through federal and state educational initiatives, Shannock Valley El Sch participates in community support programs including the National School Lunch Program, with approximately 336 students (108.4%) eligible for free or reduced-price meals. This participation helps ensure equitable access to essential learning resources, nutritional support, and student welfare services.
White
100%
310 enrolled students
Black / African American
0%
0 enrolled students
Hispanic
0%
0 enrolled students
Asian
0%
0 enrolled students
American Indian / Alaska Native
0%
0 enrolled students
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%
0 enrolled students
Two or more races
0%
0 enrolled students
⚧ Gender Distribution
Total 310
👦 Male 50.6% (157)
👧 Female 49.4% (153)
🥗 Economic Diversity
108.4%
336 students eligible for Free / Reduced-Price Lunch
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Address
210 Cowanshannock Avenue, Rural Valley, PA 16249
Phone
(724) 783-6991
School district
Armstrong SD
County
Armstrong County
Grades
K–6
Students
310 students
Student–teacher ratio
11.5:1
Full-time teachers
27.0
Community type
Rural: Distant
Level
Elementary
Type
Public
Virtual
Supplemental Virtual
Coordinates
40.80070, -79.31730
NCES school ID
420259006577
School year
2024-2025
Source
NCES
📍 Location
Address and how to get there
210 Cowanshannock Avenue
Rural Valley, PA 16249 Armstrong County
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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What grades are taught at Shannock Valley El Sch?
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Shannock Valley El Sch serves students in grades K–6. The school curriculum is structured specifically for these grade levels in accordance with Pennsylvania state educational standards.
How many students attend Shannock Valley El Sch?
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According to official National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) records, Shannock Valley El Sch has a total reported enrollment of 310 students.
What is the student-to-teacher ratio at Shannock Valley El Sch?
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The student-teacher ratio at Shannock Valley El Sch is 11.5:1, supported by approximately 27.0 full-time equivalent certified teachers.
Is Shannock Valley El Sch a public or private school?
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Shannock Valley El Sch is a traditional public school located in Rural Valley, Pennsylvania under the administration of the Armstrong SD.
Does Shannock Valley El Sch participate in free or reduced-price lunch programs?
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Yes, approximately 336 students (108.4%) at Shannock Valley El Sch are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch under federal National School Lunch Program guidelines.
Where is Shannock Valley El Sch located?
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Shannock Valley El Sch is located at 210 Cowanshannock Avenue, Rural Valley, PA 16249. Families can reach the administrative office by telephone at (724) 783-6991 or by visiting the campus during regular school hours.
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