Serving 443 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Slippery Rock Area Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Slippery Rock Area Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Slippery Rock Area Elementary School's student population of 443 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
443 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
School Rankings
Slippery Rock Area Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Slippery Rock Area Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#183 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
93%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
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 Slippery Rock Area Elementary School's ranking?
Slippery Rock Area Elementary School is ranked #183 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Slippery Rock Area Elementary School often compared to?
Slippery Rock Area Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dassa Mckinney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Slippery Rock Area Elementary School?
443 students attend Slippery Rock Area Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Slippery Rock Area Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Slippery Rock Area Elementary School?
Slippery Rock Area Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Slippery Rock Area Elementary School offer ?
Slippery Rock Area Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Slippery Rock Area Elementary School part of?
Slippery Rock Area Elementary School is part of Slippery Rock Area School District.
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