MOUNT ROCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Mount Rock Elem Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Big Spring SD school district, located in Newville, PA with about 374 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 27 teachers, Mount Rock Elem Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mount Rock Elementary School is a public school located in Newville, Pennsylvania, serving students within the Big Spring School District. Situated in a rural setting on Mount Rock Road, the school typically serves students from kindergarten through fifth grade. It is known for fostering a supportive educational environment that emphasizes foundational literacy, mathematics, and social development, aiming to prepare students for the transition to middle school within the district.

The school is characterized by its commitment to community involvement and small-town values, reflecting the broader culture of the Cumberland County area. Like other schools in the Big Spring School District, Mount Rock Elementary focuses on a curriculum aligned with state academic standards while providing various extracurricular opportunities and support services designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body. It remains a central hub for families in the Newville area, focusing on both academic achievement and the overall well-being of its young learners.

For more information, contact Mount Rock Elem Sch at (717) 776-2025 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.