NITTANY VALLEY CS
Nittany Valley CS is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Nittany Valley CS school district, located in State College, PA with about 49 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. With about 7 teachers, Nittany Valley CS has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Nittany Valley Charter School (NVCS) is a K-8 public charter school located in State College, Pennsylvania, that emphasizes a student-centered, project-based learning approach. Founded on the principles of community and experiential education, the school is known for its small class sizes and a multidisciplinary curriculum that integrates arts, humanities, and sciences. By focusing on multi-age classrooms and a collaborative environment, NVCS encourages students to take an active role in their education while fostering strong relationships between teachers, families, and the local community.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Nittany Valley Charter School places a significant priority on social-emotional learning and the development of the "whole child." The school’s philosophy centers on creating a safe, inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to think critically, solve problems creatively, and engage in service learning. Because it is a public charter school, it is tuition-free and open to students within the State College Area School District and surrounding areas, providing an alternative pedagogical model for families seeking a more personalized and interactive educational experience.
For more information, contact Nittany Valley CS at (814) 867-3842 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
State College, PA 16801
(814) 867-3842
http://www.nvcs.org
NITTANY VALLEY CS is a public Charter school in State College, PA with about 49 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Pennsylvania
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
-
Yes
State College Area SD - District:
- Nittany Valley CS
- Total Students:
- 49
- Teachers:
- 7.2
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 49 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending NITTANY VALLEY CS is predominantly White, representing about 86% of the student body.
- White
- 85.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.1%
- Asian
- 4.1%
- Black or African American
- 4.1%
- Female
- 49.0%
- Male
- 51.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.