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Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr
Middle School · Greater Nanticoke Area SD
600 East Union St, Nanticoke, PA 18634
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
5.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,668 of 2,846
In Nanticoke
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Greater Nanticoke Area SD
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr
Middle School in Nanticoke · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr
Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr is a public middle school in Nanticoke, PA, part of Greater Nanticoke Area SD. Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr serves approximately 531 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 23.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,668 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr runs 23.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
33% of students at Greater Nanticoke Area Ed 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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Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr — Students at Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr score 31% 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 18 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr Compares
See how Greater Nanticoke Area Ed 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
600 East Union St, Nanticoke, PA 18634
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores notably higher. Another option is WYOMING SEMINARY UPPER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Nanticoke, see our Nanticoke schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GNA El Ctr Nanticoke | 0.0 mi | 2.9 |
| Kennedy Early Childhood Center Nanticoke | 0.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Greater Nanticoke Area SHS Nanticoke | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Hanover Area JSHS Hanover Township | 2.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Hanover Green El Sch Hanover Township | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Wyoming Valley West SHS Plymouth | 3.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Rice El Sch Mountain Top | 4.1 mi | 5.4 |
| WYOMING VALLEY SDA ELEMENTARY Mountain Top | 4.0 mi | — |
| Lyndwood El Sch Hanover Township | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Hanover Area Memorial El Sch Hanover Township | 3.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Lee Park El Sch Hanover Township | 4.3 mi | 4.7 |
| State El Ctr Larksville | 5.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Dr David W Kistler El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 4.9 mi | 4.7 |
| WILKES-BARRE MENNONITE SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 5.1 mi | — |
| Wolfpack Early Learning Academy Wilkes-Barre | 5.4 mi | — |
| MILFORD E BARNES JR SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 5.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Crestwood Secondary Campus Mountain Top | 6.3 mi | 5.1 |
| ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 6.0 mi | 6.9 |
| WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingston | 6.4 mi | 7.3 |
| WYOMING SEMINARY UPPER SCHOOL Kingston | 6.4 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18634 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,482
Median Home Value
$108,600
Median Rent
$798/mo
Population
13,638
College Educated
19.2%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
40.6
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| Dingman-Delaware MS Dingmans Ferry, PA | 5.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr
What grades does Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr serve?
Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr?
Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 531 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr is 23.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr rank in PA?
Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr ranks #1,668 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr a charter school?
No, Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr a Title I school?
No, Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr?
100.0% of students at Greater Nanticoke Area Ed 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
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 531
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.6%
- Phone
- (570) 735-2770
Resources & Links
District
Greater Nanticoke Area SD- District Enrollment
- 2,297
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,075
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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