Needs Improvement
#2643 of 2,846 schools in PA
Dodson EL Sch
Elementary School · Wilkes-Barre Area SD
13 Hillard St, Wilkes-barre, PA 18702
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
483
Student-Teacher
19.3:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,643 of 2,846
In Wilkes-barre
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
Wilkes-Barre Area SD
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Dodson 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 Dodson EL Sch
Dodson EL Sch is a public elementary school in Wilkes-barre, PA, part of Wilkes-Barre Area SD. Dodson EL Sch serves approximately 483 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Dodson EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,643 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Dodson EL Sch show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.1
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Dodson 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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Dodson EL Sch — Students at Dodson EL Sch score 23% 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: 4.5/10.
How Dodson EL Sch Compares
See how Dodson EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
13 Hillard St, Wilkes-barre, PA 18702
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dodson EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AL NOOR ISLAMIC ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILKES-BARRE ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilkes-barre, see our Wilkes-barre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WILKES-BARRE ACADEMY Wilkes-Barre | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Daniel J Flood El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Heights/Murray El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| HOLY REDEEMER H.S. Wilkes-Barre | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area SD STEM Academy Plains | 1.4 mi | 7.0 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area HS Plains | 1.4 mi | 2.9 |
| G A R MS Wilkes-Barre | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| BAIS MENACHEM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROG Wilkes-Barre | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY Kingston | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| AL NOOR ISLAMIC ACADEMY Wilkes-Barre | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Third Avenue El Sch Kingston | 1.4 mi | 2.7 |
| JENNY LYNN FERRARO ACADEMY Kingston | 1.9 mi | — |
| MILFORD E BARNES JR SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Solomon/Plains El Sch Plains | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Solomon/Plains MS Plains | 1.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Wyoming Valley West MS Kingston | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Chester Street El Sch Kingston | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Wolfpack Early Learning Academy Wilkes-Barre | 1.8 mi | — |
| GENESIS SCHOOL Kingston | 2.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,892
Median Home Value
$115,700
Median Rent
$971/mo
Population
42,120
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
57.1%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
38.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dodson EL Sch
What grades does Dodson EL Sch serve?
Dodson EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Dodson EL Sch?
Dodson EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 483 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dodson EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Dodson EL Sch is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dodson EL Sch rank in PA?
Dodson EL Sch ranks #2,643 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Dodson EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Dodson EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Dodson EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dodson EL Sch has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Dodson EL Sch a charter school?
No, Dodson EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dodson EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Dodson EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dodson EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Dodson 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
- 483
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.5%
- Phone
- (570) 235-6894
Resources & Links
District
Wilkes-Barre Area SD- District Enrollment
- 8,134
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,995
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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