Serving 329 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Blacklick Valley El Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than 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 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blacklick Valley El Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Blacklick Valley El Center's student population of 329 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
329 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blacklick Valley El Center ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blacklick Valley El Center is 0.12, 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
#1227 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
94%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
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 Blacklick Valley El Center's ranking?
Blacklick Valley El Center is ranked #1227 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Blacklick Valley El Center often compared to?
Blacklick Valley El Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Elementary School, Cambria Heights Elementary School, Cambria Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Blacklick Valley El Center?
329 students attend Blacklick Valley El Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Blacklick Valley El Center students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blacklick Valley El Center?
Blacklick Valley El Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blacklick Valley El Center offer ?
Blacklick Valley El Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blacklick Valley El Center part of?
Blacklick Valley El Center is part of Blacklick Valley School District.
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