Very Good
#1008 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 35% in state
Alloway Creek EL Sch
Elementary School · Littlestown Area SD
162 Newark St, Littlestown, PA 17340
Enrollment
780
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
780
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,008 of 2,846
In Littlestown
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Littlestown Area SD
Academic growth
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Alloway Creek EL Sch
Alloway Creek EL Sch is a public elementary school in Littlestown, PA, part of Littlestown Area SD. Alloway Creek EL Sch serves approximately 780 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Alloway Creek EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,008 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Alloway Creek EL Sch show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Alloway Creek EL Sch — Students at Alloway Creek EL Sch score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
39.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Alloway Creek EL Sch Compares
See how Alloway Creek EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
162 Newark St, Littlestown, PA 17340
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alloway Creek EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hanover Street El Sch (rated 8.7/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Hanover), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Oxford El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby New Oxford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Runnymede Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Westminster), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Littlestown, see our Littlestown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Littlestown SHS Littlestown | 0.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Maple Avenue MS Littlestown | 0.3 mi | 4.0 |
| ST TERESA OF CALCUTTA Mc Sherrystown | 5.1 mi | 5.6 |
| HOFFMAN ACADEMY Littlestown | 4.8 mi | 7.8 |
| DELONE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mc Sherrystown | 5.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Conewago Twp El Sch Hanover | 5.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hanover | 5.6 mi | 6.9 |
| HANOVER MENNONITE SCHOOL Hanover | 6.7 mi | — |
| Park Hills El Sch Hanover | 6.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Clearview El Sch Hanover | 6.7 mi | 6.9 |
| FREEDOM CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Gettysburg | 7.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Hanover Street El Sch Hanover | 6.7 mi | 8.7 |
| New Oxford El Sch New Oxford | 8.2 mi | 8.5 |
| New Oxford SHS New Oxford | 8.4 mi | 6.1 |
| New Oxford MS New Oxford | 8.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Runnymede Elementary Westminster | 8.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Northwest Middle Taneytown | 8.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Conewago Valley Intrmd Sch New Oxford | 8.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Taneytown Elementary Taneytown | 8.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Emory H Markle MS Hanover | 7.1 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,858
Median Home Value
$276,700
Median Rent
$1,179/mo
Population
11,403
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
32.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
40.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alloway Creek EL Sch
What grades does Alloway Creek EL Sch serve?
Alloway Creek EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Alloway Creek EL Sch?
Alloway Creek EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 780 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alloway Creek EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Alloway Creek EL Sch is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alloway Creek EL Sch rank in PA?
Alloway Creek EL Sch ranks #1,008 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Alloway Creek EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Alloway Creek EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Alloway Creek EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alloway Creek EL Sch has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2024).
Is Alloway Creek EL Sch a charter school?
No, Alloway Creek EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alloway Creek EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Alloway Creek EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alloway Creek EL Sch?
39.6% of students at Alloway Creek EL Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 780
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 39.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Adams County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.6%
- Phone
- (717) 359-4146
Resources & Links
District
Littlestown Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,727
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,017
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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