Serving 348 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oak Flat Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Flat Elementary School serves the southern part of Newville, PA, covering an area of approximately 90.8 square miles. Families typically live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Flat Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Oak Flat Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Flat Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Flat Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#655 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2005–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
16%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-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 Oak Flat Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Flat Elementary School is ranked #655 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Oak Flat Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Flat Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mount Rock Elementary School, Shaull Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Oak Flat Elementary School?
348 students attend Oak Flat Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Oak Flat Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Flat Elementary School?
Oak Flat Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Flat Elementary School offer ?
Oak Flat Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oak Flat Elementary School part of?
Oak Flat Elementary School is part of Big Spring School District.
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