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Shaler Area Elementary School

Shaler Area SD · Allegheny County · 705 Scott Avenue, Glenshaw, PA 15116.0

(412)491-1200

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6/10
#627
Rank 627 out of 1,545
Top 41%
English Language Arts7/10 · #511 · 67th percentile
Mathematics5/10 · #810 · 48th percentile
Science8/10 · #412 · 71st percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the quiet, established neighborhoods of Glenshaw, just north of Pittsburgh, Shaler Area Elementary draws families who want a suburban feel without straying too far from the city. The school shows particular strength in English and Science, making it a solid fit for families who value well-rounded academics in a community where neighbors tend to put down roots and stay. Glenshaw itself has that classic Western Pennsylvania charm — tree-lined streets, a strong local identity, and easy access to everything Pittsburgh has to offer.

Student Demographics

836 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
745 (89%)
Multiple Races
41 (5%)
Hispanic
21 (3%)
African American
20 (2%)
Other
9 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners13 (2%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged275 (33%)
Students with Disabilities184 (22%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

870
Enrollment
69.6
Teachers (FTE)
12.5:1
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 Programs6/10 · #663 · 58th percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found