Shanksville-Stonycreek High School, located near the small community of Shanksville, in central Somerset County is a small high school serving a census of 146 in grades 9-12.
Located within five miles is the newly dedicated Flight 93 National Memorial in Pennsylvania's Laurel Highlands.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked PA School
- Grades: 1-7
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Stonybrook School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
AP Courses
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 1-7
Year Founded
1929
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
19 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
National avg.: 13:1
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stonybrook School's ranking?
Stonybrook School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Most AP courses offered.
When is the application deadline for Stonybrook School?
The application deadline for Stonybrook School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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