Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School

2534 Quaker Valley Road
New Paris, PA 15554
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School serves 303 students in grades Prekindergarten-2. 
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 303 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School's student population of 303 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
303 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1952
School Calendar
School Motto
We are a close-knit community dedicated to the success and well-being of each child.

School Rankings

The diversity score of Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School is 0.06, 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)
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Black
1%
14%
White
97%
60%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.06
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School often compared to?
Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bedford Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School?
303 students attend Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School?
Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School offer ?
Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School part of?
Chestnut Ridge Central Elementary School is part of Chestnut Ridge School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-2
  • Enrollment: 303 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 3%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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