Excellent
#415 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 15% in state
Bear Creek School
Elementary School · Elizabethtown Area SD
1459 Sheaffer Road, Elizabethtown, PA 17022
Enrollment
801
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
801
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.1
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#415 of 2,846
In Elizabethtown
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Elizabethtown Area SD
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Bear Creek School
Elementary School in Elizabethtown · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bear Creek School
Bear Creek School is a public elementary school in Elizabethtown, PA, part of Elizabethtown Area SD. Bear Creek School serves approximately 801 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bear Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #415 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Bear Creek School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Bear Creek School — Students at Bear Creek School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 8.8/10.
How Bear Creek School Compares
See how Bear Creek School 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
1459 Sheaffer Road, Elizabethtown, PA 17022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bear Creek School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bainbridge El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Bainbridge), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Donegal Primary School (rated 8.6/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Mount Joy), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, East High Street El Sch (rated 7.6/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Elizabethtown, see our Elizabethtown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East High Street El Sch Elizabethtown | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Elizabethtown Area SHS Elizabethtown | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Elizabethtown Area MS Elizabethtown | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| KELLY SCHOOL Elizabethtown | 1.5 mi | — |
| MOUNT CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Elizabethtown | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| BELLAIRE RIDGE SCHOOL Hershey | 4.5 mi | 3.4 |
| KRAYBILL MENNONITE SCHOOL Mount Joy | 4.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Conewago El Sch Elizabethtown | 5.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Lancaster County CTC - Mt Joy Campus Mount Joy | 4.7 mi | — |
| Donegal JHS Mount Joy | 5.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Donegal HS Mount Joy | 5.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Donegal Primary School Mount Joy | 5.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Donegal Intermediate School Marietta | 6.9 mi | 6.6 |
| THE JANUS SCHOOL Mount Joy | 5.8 mi | 8.1 |
| SUSQUEHANNA WALDORF SCHOOL Marietta | 7.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Londonderry El Sch Middletown | 5.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Bainbridge El Sch Bainbridge | 6.5 mi | 8.8 |
| HERSHEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hummelstown | 7.4 mi | 7.6 |
| ST JOAN OF ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hummels Town | 7.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MILTON HERSHEY SCHOOL Hershey | 8.5 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,075
Median Home Value
$272,700
Median Rent
$1,381/mo
Population
32,066
College Educated
33.2%
Homeownership
67.2%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Belle Valley El Sch Erie, PA | 8.1 |
| Bon Meade El Sch Moon Township, PA | 8.1 |
| Concord El Sch Glen Mills, PA | 8.1 |
| Culbertson El Sch Newtown Square, PA | 8.1 |
| East Ward El Sch Downingtown, PA | 8.1 |
| Franklin Regional Intermediate Sch Murrysville, PA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bear Creek School
What grades does Bear Creek School serve?
Bear Creek School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Bear Creek School?
Bear Creek School has an enrollment of approximately 801 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bear Creek School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bear Creek School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bear Creek School rank in PA?
Bear Creek School ranks #415 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Bear Creek School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bear Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Bear Creek School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bear Creek School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Bear Creek School a charter school?
No, Bear Creek School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bear Creek School a Title I school?
No, Bear Creek School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bear Creek School?
44.8% of students at Bear Creek School 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 801
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lancaster County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.5%
- Phone
- (717) 367-0210
Resources & Links
District
Elizabethtown Area SD- District Enrollment
- 3,640
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,718
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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