Serving 581 students in grades Kindergarten-6, French Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: French Creek Elementary School serves the west part of the Pottstown, PA school district, covering an area of approximately 36.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest reaches of the attendance zone located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
French Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
French Creek Elementary School's student population of 581 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
581 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
French Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of French Creek Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#266 out of 2733 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is French Creek Elementary School's ranking?
French Creek Elementary School is ranked #266 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend French Creek Elementary School?
581 students attend French Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of French Creek Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of French Creek Elementary School?
French Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does French Creek Elementary School offer ?
French Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is French Creek Elementary School part of?
French Creek Elementary School is part of Owen J Roberts School District.
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