Eastern Lancaster County School District is located in the northeast quadrant of Lancaster County. Situated within the 95 geographic square miles of the District are the boroughs of New Holland and Terre Hill accompanied by a host of quaint villages and historic crossroads. There are four townships located within the boundaries of the school district; they are Brecknock, Caernarvon, East Earl and Earl. The community has a population of 30,000 residents and a District student population of approximately 3,200 students, K-12. The present school district was formed on September 1, 1954, when six smaller districts were combined in a joint agreement after more than seven years of meetings and discussions. The name Eastern Lancaster County was selected as it was felt that the name of the jointure reflected the area where it was located and would be easily identifiable. The area, originally settled by German farmers, has transformed primarily from a rural area to a rural area with urban and modern technological influences. While boasting several large international corporations, it also has a backbone of hundreds of large and small family-owned businesses. The area is a popular retirement location and tourist stop with several famous destinations scattered throughout the rolling hills and farmsteads.