Needs Improvement
#2631 of 2,846 schools in PA
Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch
Middle School · Hanover Area SD
80 W Saint Marys Rd, Hanover Township, PA 18706
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
3.6
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
3.6
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,631 of 2,846
In Hanover Township
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Hanover Area SD
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Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch
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About Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch
Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch is a public middle school in Hanover Township, PA, part of Hanover Area SD. Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,631 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Hanover Area Memorial 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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Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch — Students at Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
76.7%
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: 3.9/10.
How Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch Compares
See how Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
80 W Saint Marys Rd, Hanover Township, PA 18706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. G A R MS (rated 3.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Wyoming Valley West MS (rated 3.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Kingston), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hanover Township, see our Hanover Township schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lee Park El Sch Hanover Township | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Lyndwood El Sch Hanover Township | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Dr David W Kistler El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 1.1 mi | 4.7 |
| WILKES-BARRE MENNONITE SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 1.3 mi | — |
| Hanover Green El Sch Hanover Township | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Wolfpack Early Learning Academy Wilkes-Barre | 1.5 mi | — |
| Hanover Area JSHS Hanover Township | 1.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Wyoming Valley West SHS Plymouth | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| MILFORD E BARNES JR SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| State El Ctr Larksville | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| BAIS MENACHEM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROG Wilkes-Barre | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| G A R MS Wilkes-Barre | 2.1 mi | 3.2 |
| HOLY REDEEMER H.S. Wilkes-Barre | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
| WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingston | 2.9 mi | 7.3 |
| WYOMING SEMINARY UPPER SCHOOL Kingston | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Third Avenue El Sch Kingston | 2.8 mi | 2.7 |
| Wyoming Valley West MS Kingston | 2.9 mi | 3.0 |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY Kingston | 2.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Chester Street El Sch Kingston | 3.0 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,546
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Rent
$883/mo
Population
16,318
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
21%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brownsville Area MS Brownsville, PA | 3.7 |
| Charles A Huston MS Lower Burrell, PA | 3.7 |
| Mount Carmel Area JHS Mount Carmel, PA | 3.5 |
| Richard Allen Preparatory CS Philadelphia, PA | 3.7 |
| Wilmington Area MS New Wilmington, PA | 3.7 |
| Columbia MS Taylor Campus Columbia, PA | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch
What grades does Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch serve?
Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch?
Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch rank in PA?
Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch ranks #2,631 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Hanover Area Memorial 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 Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch a charter school?
No, Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hanover Area Memorial EL Sch?
76.7% of students at Hanover Area Memorial 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
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 331
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 76.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.3%
- Phone
- (570) 822-5102
Resources & Links
District
Hanover Area SD- District Enrollment
- 2,136
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,745
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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