Scranton Elementary School
10 May 2023 / by Crystal Brown
About Scranton Elementary School
Scranton Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Scranton, Pennsylvania. It serves students in grades K-5 and is part of the Scranton School District. The school is dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing learning environment for its students. The faculty and staff are committed to helping students develop the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in an ever-changing world.
Scranton Elementary School offers a variety of academic programs, including a strong core curriculum and special programs in music, art, and physical education. The school also provides a wide range of extracurricular activities, such as clubs, sports, and community service projects. These activities help to foster a sense of community and encourage students to explore their interests and talents.
At Scranton Elementary School, we believe that every student has the potential to succeed. We strive to create a learning environment that is both challenging and supportive, so that all students can reach their full potential. Our goal is to prepare our students for a successful future, both in and out of the classroom.
Address:
103 N Eighth St
Scranton, AR 72863Phone:
(479) 938-7278
Site:
Grades:
K – 6
Enrollment:
262 students
Overview Scranton Elementary School
Scranton Elementary School serves 262 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
Scranton Elementary School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arkansas state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 40% (majority Black).
Verdict on Scranton Elementary School
Scranton Elementary School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 993 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Scranton Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.