Elk Ridge School serves 412 students in grades 1-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Elk Ridge School's student population of 412 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Elk Ridge School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
37%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
55%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Elk Ridge School often compared to?
Elk Ridge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Penn London Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Elk Ridge School?
412 students attend Elk Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Elk Ridge School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elk Ridge School?
Elk Ridge School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elk Ridge School offer ?
Elk Ridge School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elk Ridge School part of?
Elk Ridge School is part of Oxford Area School District.
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