Serving 655 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stony Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (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 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 655 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stony Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Stony Creek Elementary School's student population of 655 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
655 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Stony Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stony Creek Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#37 out of 2733 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
61%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stony Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Stony Creek Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Stony Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Stony Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Bell Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Stony Creek Elementary School?
655 students attend Stony Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Stony Creek Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stony Creek Elementary School?
Stony Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Stony Creek Elementary School offer ?
Stony Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stony Creek Elementary School part of?
Stony Creek Elementary School is part of Wissahickon School District.
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