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Winding Creek Elementary School

Cumberland Valley SD · Cumberland County · 34 Bali Hai Rd, Mechanicsburg, PA 17050.0

(717)620-2525

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7/10
#480
Rank 480 out of 1,545
Top 31%
English Language Arts8/10 · #389 · 75th percentile
Mathematics7/10 · #567 · 63rd percentile
Science7/10 · #480 · 66th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Winding Creek Elementary sits in the heart of Mechanicsburg, a growing suburb just west of Harrisburg that's become a magnet for families looking for a little more space without sacrificing access to a strong school system. Cumberland Valley is one of the more respected districts in central Pennsylvania, and Winding Creek reflects that with solid English scores and respectable showings across math and science. Families drawn to newer neighborhoods with good community roots and a district that takes academics seriously will feel right at home here.

Student Demographics

561 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
242 (43%)
Asian
190 (34%)
Hispanic
60 (11%)
African American
34 (6%)
Multiple Races
27 (5%)
Other
8 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners43 (8%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged163 (29%)
Students with Disabilities91 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

1,055
Enrollment
65.3
Teachers (FTE)
16.2:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #963 · 39th percentile

34 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.