Excellent
#86 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 10% of private schools
Al Noor Islamic Academy
Elementary School
991 SCOTT ST, Wilkes-barre, PA 18705
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
36
Student-Teacher
4.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#86 of 873
In Wilkes-barre
#1 of 6
public schools
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Al Noor Islamic Academy
Elementary School in Wilkes-barre · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Al Noor Islamic Academy
Al Noor Islamic Academy is a private elementary school in Wilkes-barre, PA. Al Noor Islamic Academy serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 4.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Al Noor Islamic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #86 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 36 students, Al Noor Islamic Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 4.5:1 students to teachers, Al Noor Islamic Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Al Noor Islamic Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
991 SCOTT ST, Wilkes-barre, PA 18705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Al Noor Islamic Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is WILKES-BARRE ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Daniel J Flood El Sch (rated 4.3/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wilkes-barre, see our Wilkes-barre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Solomon/Plains El Sch Plains | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Solomon/Plains MS Plains | 1.1 mi | 2.4 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area SD STEM Academy Plains | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area HS Plains | 1.1 mi | 2.9 |
| Daniel J Flood El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Dodson El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| WILKES-BARRE ACADEMY Wilkes-Barre | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area Career & Technical Center Wilkes-Barre | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Heights/Murray El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| JENNY LYNN FERRARO ACADEMY Kingston | 2.2 mi | — |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY Kingston | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Dana El Ctr Forty Fort | 2.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Third Avenue El Sch Kingston | 2.3 mi | 2.7 |
| HOLY REDEEMER H.S. Wilkes-Barre | 2.4 mi | 7.4 |
| NEW STORY SCHOOL Wyoming | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| G A R MS Wilkes-Barre | 2.6 mi | 3.2 |
| BAIS MENACHEM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROG Wilkes-Barre | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| GENESIS SCHOOL Kingston | 2.6 mi | — |
| Chester Street El Sch Kingston | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,293
Median Home Value
$122,800
Median Rent
$1,006/mo
Population
15,595
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
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| CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY Newtown, PA | 7.9 |
| NORTHSIDE CATHOLIC ASSUMPTION ACADEMY Pittsburgh, PA | 7.8 |
| A STEP UP ACADEMY Jenkintown, PA | 7.4 |
| ST LUCY DAY SCHOOL FOR CHLDRN W VISUAL IMPAIRMENT Philadelphia, PA | 7.4 |
| WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingston, PA | 7.3 |
| B.C.A. AND CHILDCARE CENTER INC. Philadelphia, PA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Al Noor Islamic Academy
What grades does Al Noor Islamic Academy serve?
Al Noor Islamic Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Al Noor Islamic Academy?
Al Noor Islamic Academy has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Al Noor Islamic Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Al Noor Islamic Academy is 4.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Al Noor Islamic Academy rank in PA?
Al Noor Islamic Academy ranks #86 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Al Noor Islamic Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Al Noor Islamic Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Al Noor Islamic Academy a private school?
Yes, Al Noor Islamic Academy is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Al Noor Islamic Academy a religious school?
Al Noor Islamic Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 36
- Gender Split
- 42% M / 58% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Luzerne County
- Phone
- (570) 991-6107
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