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#1339 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 47% in state
Ore Valley EL Sch
Elementary School · Dallastown Area SD
2620 Springwood Rd, York, PA 17402
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,339 of 2,846
In York
#14 of 39
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Dallastown Area SD
Academic performance
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Ore Valley EL Sch
Elementary School in York · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ore Valley EL Sch
Ore Valley EL Sch is a public elementary school in York, PA, part of Dallastown Area SD. Ore Valley EL Sch serves approximately 558 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ore Valley EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,339 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Ore Valley EL Sch show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.2
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Ore Valley EL Sch — Students at Ore Valley EL Sch score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.4%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.7/10.
How Ore Valley EL Sch Compares
See how Ore Valley 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
2620 Springwood Rd, York, PA 17402
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ore Valley EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dallastown El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Dallastown), which scores notably higher. Another option is East York El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Leaders Heights El Sch (rated 7.7/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in York, see our York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| York County School of Technology York | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF YORK York | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| York Twp El Sch York | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Dallastown El Sch Dallastown | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| York Suburban SHS York | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Valley View El Sch York | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Dallastown Area SHS Dallastown | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Dallastown Area MS Dallastown | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| East York El Sch York | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| York Suburban MS York | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL York | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| GRACE ACADEMY York | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Yorkshire El Sch York | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Larry J. Macaluso El Sch Red Lion | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF YORK York | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Davis Sch York | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Locust Grove El Sch York | 3.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Leaders Heights El Sch York | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Mazie Gable El Sch Red Lion | 3.2 mi | 3.5 |
| Jackson Sch York | 3.4 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17402 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,134
Median Home Value
$247,800
Median Rent
$1,307/mo
Population
37,074
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
72.8%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
9.4%
Median Age
39.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ore Valley EL Sch
What grades does Ore Valley EL Sch serve?
Ore Valley EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Ore Valley EL Sch?
Ore Valley EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 558 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ore Valley EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Ore Valley EL Sch is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ore Valley EL Sch rank in PA?
Ore Valley EL Sch ranks #1,339 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Ore Valley EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Ore Valley EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Ore Valley EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ore Valley EL Sch has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 74% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ore Valley EL Sch a charter school?
No, Ore Valley EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ore Valley EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Ore Valley EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ore Valley EL Sch?
44.4% of students at Ore Valley 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 558
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 12.7%
- Phone
- (717) 505-5051
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District
Dallastown Area SD- District Enrollment
- 6,370
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,259
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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