In 2013, Shamokin Area Elementary School's enrollment was 1,262 pupils in grades preschool though 6th, with 61.9% of pupils receiving a federal free or reduced-price meals due to family poverty. Additionally, 17.7% of pupils received special education services, while less than 1% are identified as gifted. According to a report by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, 100% of the teachers were rated highly qualified under No Child Left Behind. The school provides full-day kindergarten and a half day preschool for 4 year olds. The school has provided full-day kindergarten since 2008.