Below Average
#2421 of 2,846 schools in PA
Daniel J Flood EL Sch
Elementary School · Wilkes-Barre Area SD
565 N Washington St, Wilkes-barre, PA 18705
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,421 of 2,846
In Wilkes-barre
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 9
Wilkes-Barre Area SD
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Daniel J Flood EL Sch
Elementary School in Wilkes-barre · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Daniel J Flood EL Sch
Daniel J Flood EL Sch is a public elementary school in Wilkes-barre, PA, part of Wilkes-Barre Area SD. Daniel J Flood EL Sch serves approximately 620 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Daniel J Flood EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,421 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Daniel J Flood EL Sch show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Daniel J Flood EL Sch 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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Daniel J Flood EL Sch — Students at Daniel J Flood EL Sch score 33% proficient, which is below 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: 4.7/10.
How Daniel J Flood EL Sch Compares
See how Daniel J Flood EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
565 N Washington St, Wilkes-barre, PA 18705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Daniel J Flood EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AL NOOR ISLAMIC ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILKES-BARRE ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilkes-barre, see our Wilkes-barre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Dodson El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| WILKES-BARRE ACADEMY Wilkes-Barre | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area SD STEM Academy Plains | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area HS Plains | 0.9 mi | 2.9 |
| Heights/Murray El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY Kingston | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Third Avenue El Sch Kingston | 1.2 mi | 2.7 |
| HOLY REDEEMER H.S. Wilkes-Barre | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| AL NOOR ISLAMIC ACADEMY Wilkes-Barre | 1.2 mi | 8.0 |
| JENNY LYNN FERRARO ACADEMY Kingston | 1.4 mi | — |
| Solomon/Plains El Sch Plains | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Solomon/Plains MS Plains | 1.5 mi | 2.4 |
| BAIS MENACHEM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROG Wilkes-Barre | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
| G A R MS Wilkes-Barre | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Chester Street El Sch Kingston | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Wyoming Valley West MS Kingston | 1.5 mi | 3.0 |
| GENESIS SCHOOL Kingston | 1.7 mi | — |
| JENNY LYNN ELEMENTARY Kingston | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MILFORD E BARNES JR SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Daniel J Flood EL Sch
What grades does Daniel J Flood EL Sch serve?
Daniel J Flood EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Daniel J Flood EL Sch?
Daniel J Flood EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 620 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Daniel J Flood EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Daniel J Flood EL Sch is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Daniel J Flood EL Sch rank in PA?
Daniel J Flood EL Sch ranks #2,421 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Daniel J Flood EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Daniel J Flood EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Daniel J Flood EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Daniel J Flood EL Sch has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Daniel J Flood EL Sch a charter school?
No, Daniel J Flood EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Daniel J Flood EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Daniel J Flood EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Daniel J Flood EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Daniel J Flood EL Sch 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
- 620
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.0%
- Phone
- (570) 826-7245
Resources & Links
District
Wilkes-Barre Area SD- District Enrollment
- 8,134
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,995
- District Rank
- #3 of 9
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