Serving 750 students in grades 3-5, Bear Creek School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bear Creek School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bear Creek School's student population of 750 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
750 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Bear Creek School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bear Creek School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#643 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
8%
16%
Black
3%
14%
White
81%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Creek School's ranking?
Bear Creek School is ranked #643 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Bear Creek School often compared to?
Bear Creek Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dallastown Area Intermediate School, Donegal Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Bear Creek School?
750 students attend Bear Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Bear Creek School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bear Creek School?
Bear Creek School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bear Creek School offer ?
Bear Creek School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bear Creek School part of?
Bear Creek School is part of Elizabethtown Area School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It''s a great school for all kids to come here to learn and have a great time I get annoyed sometime''s but in the end I have a great day at school
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