Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sandycreek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sandycreek Elementary School serves the northern part of Franklin, PA, covering an attendance zone of approximately 58 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sandycreek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sandycreek Elementary School's student population of 282 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Sandycreek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sandycreek Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#1757 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
93%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sandycreek Elementary School's ranking?
Sandycreek Elementary School is ranked #1757 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Sandycreek Elementary School often compared to?
Sandycreek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Elementary School, Valley Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Sandycreek Elementary School?
282 students attend Sandycreek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Sandycreek Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sandycreek Elementary School?
Sandycreek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sandycreek Elementary School offer ?
Sandycreek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sandycreek Elementary School part of?
Sandycreek Elementary School is part of Franklin Area School District.
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