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Elementary Schools

Grace B Luhrs Univ Elementary

Shippensburg Area SD · Cumberland County · Shippensburg University, Shippensburg, PA 17257.0

(717)477-1612

6/10
#757
Rank 757 out of 1,545
Top 49%
English Language Arts5/10 · #809 · 48th percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #677 · 56th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the small college town of Shippensburg in Cumberland County, Grace B. Luhrs University Elementary has an interesting distinction — it operates as a laboratory school connected to Shippensburg University, giving it a unique educational environment where teacher training and hands-on learning often go hand in hand. Families in this tight-knit community tend to appreciate the small-town feel, where Friday night football and neighborly familiarity are part of everyday life. With solid, balanced scores in both English and math, it's a steady, community-rooted option for families who value that blend of small-school warmth and university-town energy.

Student Demographics

66 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
58 (88%)
Hispanic
3 (5%)
Asian
2 (3%)
African American
1 (2%)
Multiple Races
1 (2%)
American Indian
1 (2%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged24 (36%)
Students with Disabilities13 (20%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

132
Enrollment
8.5
Teachers (FTE)
15.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs5/10 · #907 · 43rd percentile

20 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found