Serving 488 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Shamona Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 488 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Shamona Creek El Sch serves the northern part of Downingtown, PA, covering an area of approximately 6.9 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shamona 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
Shamona Creek Elementary School's student population of 488 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
488 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Shamona Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shamona Creek Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#37 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
2%
14%
White
61%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shamona Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Shamona Creek Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Shamona Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Shamona Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pickering Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Shamona Creek Elementary School?
488 students attend Shamona Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Shamona Creek Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shamona Creek Elementary School?
Shamona Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shamona Creek Elementary School offer ?
Shamona Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shamona Creek Elementary School part of?
Shamona Creek Elementary School is part of Downingtown Area School District.
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