Penns Valley Area SD
1,271 Students
4 Schools
District Overview
Nestled in the scenic landscape of Spring Mills, Pennsylvania, the Penns Valley Area School District serves as an active, traditional public education system located at 4528 Penns Valley Road. Situated in a rural distant setting within the broader State College metropolitan region, the district operates four schools that deliver a seamless learning journey from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Families seeking a well-rounded academic environment will find a comprehensive curriculum designed to support student growth at every developmental stage, backed by strong community ties and accessible institutional leadership through its district headquarters and digital portal.
The district serves a student body of 1,271 children, maintaining a strong commitment to individual student success through a robustly resourced professional team. Penns Valley Area School District employs 336 full-time equivalent staff members, including 190 dedicated classroom teachers, 29 instructional aides, and 117 support personnel. This generous staffing structure fosters an exceptional level of personalized attention and guidance across all primary and secondary grade levels. For parents, students, and educational researchers evaluating regional public schooling, the district demonstrates a stable operational foundation dedicated to nurturing a balanced, supportive, and community-centered learning atmosphere.
The district serves a student body of 1,271 children, maintaining a strong commitment to individual student success through a robustly resourced professional team. Penns Valley Area School District employs 336 full-time equivalent staff members, including 190 dedicated classroom teachers, 29 instructional aides, and 117 support personnel. This generous staffing structure fosters an exceptional level of personalized attention and guidance across all primary and secondary grade levels. For parents, students, and educational researchers evaluating regional public schooling, the district demonstrates a stable operational foundation dedicated to nurturing a balanced, supportive, and community-centered learning atmosphere.
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Total Schools
1,271
Total Students
190.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics
District Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,222 |
| Hispanic | 21 |
| Black | 6 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 16 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White1,222 (96.1%)
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Hispanic21 (1.7%)
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Two or More16 (1.3%)
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Black6 (0.5%)
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Asian4 (0.3%)
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American Indian1 (0.1%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1%)
School Levels
School Levels Data Table
| School Level | School Count |
|---|---|
| Elementary | 3 |
| Middle | 0 |
| High | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
School Map
District Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| District type: | Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union |
| Charter: | Not a charter district |
| Number of schools: | 4 |
| Students: | 1,271* |
| Teachers (FTE): | 190.0* |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 6.7 |
Schools in Penns Valley Area SD
Found 4 Schools
205 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
86 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 4th
348 Students
Elementary School K - 6th
632 Students
High School 7th - 12th