ELK RIDGE SCHOOL

Elk Ridge School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Oxford Area SD school district, located in Oxford, PA with about 479 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 2nd 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 29 teachers, Elk Ridge School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Elk Ridge School is a public elementary school located in Oxford, Pennsylvania, and serves as part of the Oxford Area School District. The school provides a foundational educational environment for students in the primary grades, focusing on fostering academic growth, social development, and personal responsibility. Its curriculum is designed to meet state educational standards while emphasizing core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, ensuring that students build the necessary skills for their future academic transitions.

Beyond its academic offerings, Elk Ridge School strives to cultivate a supportive and inclusive community for its young learners. The school places a significant emphasis on creating a safe and engaging atmosphere where students are encouraged to explore their interests and develop character. By maintaining close communication with families and leveraging the resources provided by the broader Oxford Area School District, Elk Ridge aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience that prepares its students for success in both the classroom and the wider community.

For more information, contact Elk Ridge School at (610) 932-6670 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

200 Wickersham Rd
Oxford, PA 19363
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ELK RIDGE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Oxford, PA with about 479 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Oxford Area SD
Total Students:
479
Teachers:
29.09
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible-Title I targeted assistance program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
1st Grade
2nd Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 479 students

White
58.2%
Hispanic/Latino
35.7%
Two or more races
2.9%
Black or African American
2.5%
Asian
0.6%

Female
53.4%
Male
46.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.