Serving 270 students in grades 3-5, Shirley Twp 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 31% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shirley Twp Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Shirley Twp Elementary School's student population of 270 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Shirley Twp 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 Shirley Twp Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2080 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
83%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shirley Twp Elementary School's ranking?
Shirley Twp Elementary School is ranked #2080 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Shirley Twp Elementary School?
270 students attend Shirley Twp Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Shirley Twp Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shirley Twp Elementary School?
Shirley Twp Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shirley Twp Elementary School offer ?
Shirley Twp Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Shirley Twp Elementary School part of?
Shirley Twp Elementary School is part of Mount Union Area School District.
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