Below Average
#2297 of 2,846 schools in PA
Frances Willard #32
Elementary School · Scranton SD
1100 Eynon St, Scranton, PA 18504
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
14.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,297 of 2,846
In Scranton
#3 of 16
public schools
In district
#3 of 15
Scranton SD
Equity
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Frances Willard #32
Elementary School in Scranton · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Frances Willard #32
Frances Willard #32 is a public elementary school in Scranton, PA, part of Scranton SD. Frances Willard #32 serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Frances Willard #32 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,297 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Frances Willard #32 show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 3.4
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Frances Willard #32 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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Frances Willard #32 — Students at Frances Willard #32 score 52% 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 34 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: 3.6/10.
How Frances Willard #32 Compares
See how Frances Willard #32 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1100 Eynon St, Scranton, PA 18504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frances Willard #32 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCRANTON HEBREW DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALL SAINTS ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John F. Kennedy #7 (rated 3.8/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Scranton, see our Scranton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| West Scranton HS Scranton | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| West Scranton Intrmd Sch Scranton | 0.3 mi | 2.5 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Scranton | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Charles Sumner #18 Scranton | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| South Scranton Intrmd Sch Scranton | 1.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Scranton HS Scranton | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| John F. Kennedy #7 Scranton | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Isaac Tripp El Sch Scranton | 1.8 mi | 2.5 |
| MONTESSORI KINDERGARTEN Scranton | 1.4 mi | — |
| McNichols Plaza Scranton | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| John G Whittier #2 Scranton | 1.6 mi | 3.3 |
| John Adams #4 Scranton | 1.8 mi | 2.6 |
| Northeast Intrmd Sch Scranton | 1.7 mi | 2.7 |
| SCRANTON HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Scranton | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| BETH SHALOM ACADEMY Scranton | 1.8 mi | — |
| BNOS YISROEL GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Scranton | 1.8 mi | — |
| SCRANTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Scranton | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Neil Armstrong #40 Scranton | 2.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Riverside JSHS Taylor | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| LUTHERAN ACADEMY - SCRANTON Scranton | 2.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,542
Median Home Value
$144,200
Median Rent
$970/mo
Population
20,563
College Educated
20.1%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.2%
Median Age
40.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frances Willard #32
What grades does Frances Willard #32 serve?
Frances Willard #32 serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Frances Willard #32?
Frances Willard #32 has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frances Willard #32?
The student-teacher ratio at Frances Willard #32 is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Frances Willard #32 rank in PA?
Frances Willard #32 ranks #2,297 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Frances Willard #32's MySchoolScout rating?
Frances Willard #32 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Frances Willard #32?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frances Willard #32 has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Frances Willard #32 a charter school?
No, Frances Willard #32 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frances Willard #32 a Title I school?
No, Frances Willard #32 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frances Willard #32?
100.0% of students at Frances Willard #32 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
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Lackawanna County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.3%
- Phone
- (570) 348-3692
Resources & Links
District
Scranton SD- District Enrollment
- 9,266
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,395
- District Rank
- #3 of 15
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