Serving 1,055 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Winding Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 1,055 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winding Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Winding Creek Elementary School's student population of 1,055 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,055 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Winding Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winding Creek Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#328 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
34%
5%
Hispanic
11%
16%
Black
6%
14%
White
42%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cumberland Valley School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winding Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Winding Creek Elementary School is ranked #328 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Winding Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Winding Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampden Elementary School, Sporting Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Winding Creek Elementary School?
1,055 students attend Winding Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Winding Creek Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winding Creek Elementary School?
Winding Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Winding Creek Elementary School offer ?
Winding Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winding Creek Elementary School part of?
Winding Creek Elementary School is part of Cumberland Valley School District.
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