Moshannon Valley El Sch
372 Students
Elementary School K - 6th
School Overview
Moshannon Valley Elementary School, located in Houtzdale, Pennsylvania, serves as a central pillar of the Moshannon Valley School District. The school is committed to providing a supportive and structured academic environment for students in the primary grades, focusing on foundational literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development. By leveraging its location in a tight-knit rural community, the school emphasizes a student-centered approach that encourages active participation and academic growth while preparing children for the transition to secondary education.
The school’s mission is supported by a curriculum designed to meet state standards while fostering a positive school culture. Beyond core academics, Moshannon Valley Elementary integrates technology into the classroom to enhance learning experiences and offers various programs aimed at nurturing student interests and character building. Through the district’s website, families are kept informed about school events, administrative resources, and academic initiatives, underscoring the school’s dedication to maintaining strong communication and collaboration between educators, parents, and the Houtzdale community.
The school’s mission is supported by a curriculum designed to meet state standards while fostering a positive school culture. Beyond core academics, Moshannon Valley Elementary integrates technology into the classroom to enhance learning experiences and offers various programs aimed at nurturing student interests and character building. Through the district’s website, families are kept informed about school events, administrative resources, and academic initiatives, underscoring the school’s dedication to maintaining strong communication and collaboration between educators, parents, and the Houtzdale community.
372
Total Students
33.3
Full-Time Teachers
11.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 355 |
| Hispanic | 7 |
| Black | 1 |
| Two or More | 9 |
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White355 (95.4%)
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Two or More9 (2.4%)
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Hispanic7 (1.9%)
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Black1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Moshannon Valley SD |
| Phone: | (814)378-7683 |
| Website: | http://www.movalley.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 6th |
| Total Students: | 372 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 33.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
54
Grade 1
44
Grade 2
55
Grade 3
55
Grade 4
53
Grade 5
57
Grade 6
54
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 54 |
| Grade 1 | 44 |
| Grade 2 | 55 |
| Grade 3 | 55 |
| Grade 4 | 53 |
| Grade 5 | 57 |
| Grade 6 | 54 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 180 | 48.4% |
| Male | 192 | 51.6% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
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