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#864 of 873 private schools in PA

Elk Creek School

School

310 OXFORD RD, Oxford, PA 19363

Private

Enrollment

30

Student-Teacher

30:1

Score

2.1

Grades

1st – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#864 of 873

In Oxford

#4 of 4

public schools

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Elk Creek School

2.1/10

School in Oxford · grades 1st – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Oxford Area High School

7.0/10

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7.4/10

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About Elk Creek School

Elk Creek School is a private school in Oxford, PA. Elk Creek School serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 30:1 student-teacher ratio. Elk Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.1 out of 10 and ranks #864 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares4.2 pts below PA schools
  • This school 2.1 · Needs Improvement
  • PA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 30 students, Elk Creek School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Elk Creek School runs 30:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Elk Creek School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Elk Creek School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Oxford, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
This School
vs
11.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
30
This School
vs
589
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
2.1
This School
vs
6.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 100% vs 0%
Elk Creek School Oxford Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Elk Creek School (this school) 2.1
Oxford Area High School 7.0
Elk Ridge School 7.4
Nottingham School 6.6
Hopewell El Sch 7.2
Penn's Grove School 5.5

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 30:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.3 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.6 / 10
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Diversity Index 0%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.5 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 30
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in PA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 100.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

310 OXFORD RD, Oxford, PA 19363

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elk Creek School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Calvert Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Rising Sun), which scores notably higher. Another option is Elk Ridge School (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Avon Grove HS (rated 7.4/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby West Grove), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oxford, see our Oxford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Oxford Area High School Oxford 1.2 mi 7.0
Elk Ridge School Oxford 1.3 mi 7.4
WEAVER DAY SCHOOL Oxford 1.8 mi
Nottingham School Oxford 1.5 mi 6.6
Hopewell El Sch Oxford 1.6 mi 7.2
Jordan Bank School Oxford 1.7 mi 6.8
Penn's Grove School Oxford 1.7 mi 5.5
MEDIA AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL C/O ANDY KING Oxford 2.9 mi 3.3
Avon Grove Intrmd Sch West Grove 3.1 mi 6.0
Penn London El Sch West Grove 3.2 mi 5.7
PEACEDALE AMISH SCHOOL Oxford 3.8 mi 2.5
BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oxford 3.6 mi 5.9
Chester County Tech College HS - Pennocks Campus West Grove 3.7 mi
GROWING PLACE CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL West Grove 4.8 mi
Avon Grove HS West Grove 4.8 mi 7.4
Calvert Elementary Rising Sun 6.2 mi 7.6
Rising Sun High North East 6.5 mi 6.0
SPROUL ROAD SCHOOL Kirkwood 7.0 mi 2.8
ASSUMPTION BVM SCHOOL West Grove 7.0 mi 5.7
Avon Grove MS West Grove 7.0 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 19363 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,318

Median Home Value

$341,900

Median Rent

$1,217/mo

Population

17,929

College Educated

32.9%

Homeownership

71.5%

Avg Commute

29.7 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

37

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elk Creek School

What grades does Elk Creek School serve?

Elk Creek School serves students in grades 1st through 12th.

How many students attend Elk Creek School?

Elk Creek School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elk Creek School?

The student-teacher ratio at Elk Creek School is 30:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Elk Creek School rank in PA?

Elk Creek School ranks #864 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Elk Creek School's MySchoolScout rating?

Elk Creek School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Elk Creek School a private school?

Yes, Elk Creek School is a private coeducational school with a Amish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Elk Creek School a religious school?

Elk Creek School has a Amish religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
1 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
7 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
30
Gender Split
43% M / 57% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
30:1
Teachers (FTE)
1
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Amish
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Chester County

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