Serving 554 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Owatin Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Owatin Creek Elementary School's student population of 554 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Owatin Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owatin Creek Elementary School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1114 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
3%
14%
White
75%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owatin Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Owatin Creek Elementary School is ranked #1114 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Owatin Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Owatin Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jacksonwald Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Owatin Creek Elementary School?
554 students attend Owatin Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Owatin Creek Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Owatin Creek Elementary School?
Owatin Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Owatin Creek Elementary School offer ?
Owatin Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Owatin Creek Elementary School part of?
Owatin Creek Elementary School is part of Exeter Township School District.
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