Needs Improvement
#2708 of 2,846 schools in PA
Dana EL Ctr
Elementary School · Wyoming Valley West SD
50 Dana Street, Forty Fort, PA 18704
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher
16.7:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,708 of 2,846
In district
#4 of 6
Wyoming Valley West SD
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Dana EL Ctr
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About Dana EL Ctr
Dana EL Ctr is a public elementary school in Forty Fort, PA, part of Wyoming Valley West SD. Dana EL Ctr serves approximately 600 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Dana EL Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,708 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Dana EL Ctr show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.5
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
47% of students at Dana EL Ctr were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dana EL Ctr — Students at Dana EL Ctr score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.9/10.
How Dana EL Ctr Compares
See how Dana EL Ctr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
50 Dana Street, Forty Fort, PA 18704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dana EL Ctr may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores notably higher. Another option is WILKES-BARRE ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Daniel J Flood El Sch (rated 4.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Forty Fort, see our Forty Fort schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRAHAM ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Luzerne | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| JENNY LYNN FERRARO ACADEMY Kingston | 1.0 mi | — |
| GENESIS SCHOOL Kingston | 1.2 mi | — |
| JENNY LYNN ELEMENTARY Kingston | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area SD STEM Academy Plains | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area HS Plains | 1.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Chester Street El Sch Kingston | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| West Side Career & Technology Center Kingston | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| Wyoming Valley West MS Kingston | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| NEW STORY SCHOOL Wyoming | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY Kingston | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Third Avenue El Sch Kingston | 2.0 mi | 2.7 |
| Solomon/Plains MS Plains | 1.6 mi | 2.4 |
| WYOMING SEMINARY UPPER SCHOOL Kingston | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Solomon/Plains El Sch Plains | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingston | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Daniel J Flood El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Dodson El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 2.7 mi | 3.6 |
| BAIS MENACHEM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROG Wilkes-Barre | 2.8 mi | 6.2 |
| WILKES-BARRE ACADEMY Wilkes-Barre | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,907
Median Home Value
$154,600
Median Rent
$935/mo
Population
30,997
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
61.1%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
40.6
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| Elkin Lewis Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.3 |
| John G Whittier #2 Scranton, PA | 3.3 |
| Mahanoy Area El Sch Mahanoy City, PA | 3.3 |
| Muhlenberg El Sch Allentown, PA | 3.3 |
| Northwest El Sch Reading, PA | 3.3 |
| Pan American Academy CS Philadelphia, PA | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dana EL Ctr
What grades does Dana EL Ctr serve?
Dana EL Ctr serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Dana EL Ctr?
Dana EL Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 600 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dana EL Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Dana EL Ctr is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dana EL Ctr rank in PA?
Dana EL Ctr ranks #2,708 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Dana EL Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Dana EL Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dana EL Ctr?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dana EL Ctr has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dana EL Ctr a charter school?
No, Dana EL Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dana EL Ctr a Title I school?
No, Dana EL Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dana EL Ctr?
100.0% of students at Dana EL Ctr qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 600
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.7%
- Phone
- (570) 283-0591
Resources & Links
District
Wyoming Valley West SD- District Enrollment
- 4,901
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,509
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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