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West Creek Hills EL Sch

Elementary School · East Pennsboro Area SD

400 Erford Rd, Camp Hill, PA 17011

Enrollment

584

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#2,011 of 2,846

In Camp Hill

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

East Pennsboro Area SD

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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West Creek Hills EL Sch

5.2/10

Elementary School in Camp Hill · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.6/10

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9.2/10

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About West Creek Hills EL Sch

West Creek Hills EL Sch is a public elementary school in Camp Hill, PA, part of East Pennsboro Area SD. West Creek Hills EL Sch serves approximately 584 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. West Creek Hills EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,011 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for West Creek Hills EL Sch show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • PA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.3% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.4% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg+1.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.6 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment5.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,040
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

West Creek Hills EL Sch — Students at West Creek Hills EL Sch score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 61.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 66.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
65%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
69%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
42.1%
ELA
53.7%
2024
Math
52.9%
ELA
57.6%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How West Creek Hills EL Sch Compares

See how West Creek Hills EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in PA
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
58%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

400 Erford Rd, Camp Hill, PA 17011

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Creek Hills EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eisenhower El Sch (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Harrisburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hoover El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Camp Hill, see our Camp Hill schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
HARRISBURG ACADEMY Wormleysburg 1.5 mi 8.6
Eisenhower El Sch Camp Hill 1.6 mi 9.2
East Pennsboro Area SHS Enola 1.9 mi 7.4
East Pennsboro Area MS Enola 2.1 mi 4.5
Camp Hill MS Camp Hill 2.3 mi 6.9
Camp Hill SHS Camp Hill 2.3 mi 7.9
East Pennsboro El Sch Enola 2.1 mi 5.3
THE NATIVITY SCHOOL OF HARRISBURG Harrisburg 1.8 mi 6.6
Pennsylvania STEAM Academy CS Harrisburg 1.8 mi 4.5
Washington Heights El Sch Lemoyne 2.2 mi 5.2
NEW CITY SCHOOL DBA LOGOS HARRISBURG Harrisburg 1.9 mi 6.7
Camp Curtin Academy Harrisburg 2.1 mi 4.5
RABBI DAVID L SILVER YESHIVA ACADEMY Harrisburg 2.3 mi 7.1
Hoover El Sch Camp Hill 2.5 mi 7.5
HARRISBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Harrisburg 2.1 mi 7.5
Benjamin Franklin Sch Harrisburg 2.1 mi 4.6
ST STEPHEN'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Harrisburg 2.2 mi 7.6
CALVARY CHAPEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Camp Hill 3.0 mi
Capital Area School for the Arts CS Harrisburg 2.4 mi 7.8
GRACE WAY CHILDREN ACADEMY Camp Hill 2.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17011 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,889

Median Home Value

$261,900

Median Rent

$1,270/mo

Population

38,642

College Educated

43.9%

Homeownership

69.9%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

40.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Creek Hills EL Sch

What grades does West Creek Hills EL Sch serve?

West Creek Hills EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend West Creek Hills EL Sch?

West Creek Hills EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 584 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Creek Hills EL Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at West Creek Hills EL Sch is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Creek Hills EL Sch rank in PA?

West Creek Hills EL Sch ranks #2,011 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is West Creek Hills EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

West Creek Hills EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 West Creek Hills EL Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Creek Hills EL Sch has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is West Creek Hills EL Sch a charter school?

No, West Creek Hills EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is West Creek Hills EL Sch a Title I school?

No, West Creek Hills EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Creek Hills EL Sch?

57.5% of students at West Creek Hills 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cumberland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

District

East Pennsboro Area SD
District Enrollment
2,575
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,040
District Rank
#3 of 4

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