Serving 230 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Laurel Valley 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Laurel Valley Elementary School's student population of 230 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
230 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Laurel Valley 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 Laurel Valley Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#1687 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
4%
14%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Laurel Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Laurel Valley Elementary School is ranked #1687 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Laurel Valley Elementary School?
230 students attend Laurel Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Laurel Valley Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel Valley Elementary School?
Laurel Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laurel Valley Elementary School offer ?
Laurel Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laurel Valley Elementary School part of?
Laurel Valley Elementary School is part of Ligonier Valley School District.
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