Serving 558 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Ore Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ore Valley Elementary School's student population of 558 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
558 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Dedication to Excellence
School Rankings
Ore Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ore Valley Elementary School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1036 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
16%
15%
Black
11%
14%
White
64%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ore Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Ore Valley Elementary School is ranked #1036 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Ore Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Ore Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like N Hopewell-winterstown Elementary School, Clearview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Ore Valley Elementary School?
558 students attend Ore Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Ore Valley Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ore Valley Elementary School?
Ore Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ore Valley Elementary School offer ?
Ore Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ore Valley Elementary School part of?
Ore Valley Elementary School is part of Dallastown Area School District.
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