Serving 297 students in grades 3-4, Octorara Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Octorara Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Octorara Elementary School's student population of 297 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Octorara 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 Octorara Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#1261 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
28%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
60%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Octorara Elementary School's ranking?
Octorara Elementary School is ranked #1261 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Octorara Elementary School?
297 students attend Octorara Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Octorara Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Octorara Elementary School?
Octorara Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Octorara Elementary School offer ?
Octorara Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Octorara Elementary School part of?
Octorara Elementary School is part of Octorara Area School District.
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