Serving 966 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Winding Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 62% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 966 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winding Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Winding Creek Elementary School's student population of 966 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
966 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winding Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winding Creek Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#221 out of 2549 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
31%
4%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
5%
14%
White
48%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winding Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Winding Creek Elementary School is ranked #221 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Winding Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Winding Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampden Elementary School, Sporting Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Winding Creek Elementary School?
966 students attend Winding Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Winding Creek Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winding Creek Elementary School?
Winding Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Winding Creek Elementary School offer ?
Winding Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Winding Creek Elementary School part of?
Winding Creek Elementary School is part of Cumberland Valley SD School District.
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