Octorara Primary Learning Center serves 412 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 412 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Octorara Primary Learning Center's student population of 412 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
412 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Octorara Primary Learning Center is 0.57, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Hispanic
30%
16%
Black
6%
14%
White
58%
60%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Octorara Primary Learning Center often compared to?
Octorara Primary Learning Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Penn London Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Octorara Primary Learning Center?
412 students attend Octorara Primary Learning Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Octorara Primary Learning Center students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Octorara Primary Learning Center?
Octorara Primary Learning Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Octorara Primary Learning Center offer ?
Octorara Primary Learning Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Octorara Primary Learning Center part of?
Octorara Primary Learning Center is part of Octorara Area School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
The PLC is an excellent learning environment. Treachers are excellent and the principal is caring and child centered. The curriculum is challenging and thorough. . My children enjoyed everyday and still talk about their teachers. We are thoroughly happy with the schools in the Octorara School District. Open door to all and open minded to what is best for the students and community.
5 10/10/2025
I am very pleased wth OPLC. Teachers are supportive and caring. Principal is awesome and curriculum is rigorous and challenging. Like the small environment and how personable everyone is.
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