Marsh Creek Sixth Grade Center

School Overview
Marsh Creek Sixth Grade Center, located in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, serves as a specialized transitional school designed specifically for students in the sixth grade. By isolating this single grade level, the school creates a unique "bridge" environment that helps students navigate the shift from the self-contained classrooms of elementary school to the more departmentalized, multi-teacher structure of middle school. The facility focuses on fostering academic independence, personal responsibility, and social-emotional growth during this pivotal developmental year.

Academically, Marsh Creek offers a robust curriculum that encourages student engagement through collaborative projects, technology integration, and a focus on critical thinking. Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes community and school spirit, providing various extracurricular opportunities, clubs, and activities tailored to the interests of early adolescents. As part of the larger Downingtown Area School District, the center is committed to preparing students for a successful transition into the secondary education system while maintaining a supportive and age-appropriate learning atmosphere.
1,066
Total Students
79.6
Full-Time Teachers
13.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Marsh Creek Sixth Grade Center
Demographic Student Count
White667
Hispanic48
Black26
Asian263
Two or More60
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    667 (62.6%)
  • Asian
    263 (24.7%)
  • Two or More
    60 (5.6%)
  • Hispanic
    48 (4.5%)
  • Black
    26 (2.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Downingtown Area SD
Phone: (610)269-8460
Grade Range: 6th - 6th
Total Students: 1,066
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 79.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 1,066

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Marsh Creek Sixth Grade Center
Grade Student Count
Grade 61,066
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Marsh Creek Sixth Grade Center
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female54050.7%
Male52649.3%