Serving 641 students in grades 4-6, Sinking Springs 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 50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sinking Springs El Sch serves the west part of York, PA, covering an area of approximately 10.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sinking Springs Elementary School's student population of 641 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
641 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Campus Size
10 acres
School Rankings
Sinking Springs 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 Sinking Springs 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
#1123 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
15%
16%
Black
9%
14%
White
65%
60%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sinking Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Sinking Springs Elementary School is ranked #1123 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Sinking Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Sinking Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Hills Elementary School, North Salem Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Sinking Springs Elementary School?
641 students attend Sinking Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Sinking Springs Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sinking Springs Elementary School?
Sinking Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sinking Springs Elementary School offer ?
Sinking Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sinking Springs Elementary School part of?
Sinking Springs Elementary School is part of Central York School District.
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