Lawnton El Sch vs Shannock Valley El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 220 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lawnton El Sch
Harrisburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
310 students
Shannock Valley El Sch
Rural Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–6
310 students
| Measure | Lawnton El Sch Harrisburg, Pennsylvania | Shannock Valley El Sch Rural Valley, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1184 of 1,627 | #871 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #33023 of 50,301 | #20624 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 310 | 310 |
| Enrollment | 310 | 310 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.9% | 108.4% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 11.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| city | Harrisburg | Rural Valley |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shannock Valley El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.5 vs 38.4).
- •Shannock Valley El Sch does better on math proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Shannock Valley El Sch does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 47%).
- •Lawnton El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.9% vs 108.4%).
- •Shannock Valley El Sch does better on students per teacher (11.5 vs 12.9).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Lawnton El Sch better than Shannock Valley El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Shannock Valley El Sch ranks higher (56.5 vs 38.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Lawnton El Sch and Shannock Valley El Sch?
About 220 km in a straight line, between Harrisburg and Rural Valley in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lawnton El Sch: 310. Shannock Valley El Sch: 310. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lawnton El Sch and Shannock Valley El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Lawnton El Sch is 1184th of 1,627 and Shannock Valley El Sch is 871st of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).