Oak Flat Elementary School

334 Centerville Rd
Newville, PA 17241
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Top 30%
Serving 348 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Oak Flat Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 348 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 30% in PA
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Oak Flat Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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School Overview

Oak Flat Elementary School's student population of 348 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
348 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
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Colors
Blue and Gold

School Rankings

Oak Flat Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oak Flat Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#655 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
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60-64%
38%
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60-64%
55%
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80-89%
57%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
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Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
1%
16%
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White
92%
60%
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Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.15
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(22-23)
13.2%
23.3%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
59%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Oak Flat Elementary School's ranking?
Oak Flat Elementary School is ranked #655 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Oak Flat Elementary School often compared to?
Oak Flat Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shaull Elementary School, Mount Rock Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Oak Flat Elementary School?
348 students attend Oak Flat Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Oak Flat Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Flat Elementary School?
Oak Flat Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oak Flat Elementary School offer ?
Oak Flat Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oak Flat Elementary School part of?
Oak Flat Elementary School is part of Big Spring School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 348 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 8%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 50%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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