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#1783 of 2,846 schools in PA
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Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center
Elementary School · New Castle Area SD
900 East Main St., New Castle, PA 16101
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 17 schools in New Castle. Learn more
Enrollment
778
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Enrollment
778
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,783 of 2,846
In New Castle
#15 of 18
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
New Castle Area SD
Academic performance
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center
Elementary School in New Castle · grades Kindergarten – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center
Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center is a public elementary school in New Castle, PA, part of New Castle Area SD. Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center serves approximately 778 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-2nd, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,783 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 4.3
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center Compares
See how Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
900 East Main St., New Castle, PA 16101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laurel El Sch (rated 8.0/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Union Memorial El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shenango El Sch (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Castle, see our New Castle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New Castle JHS New Castle | 0.7 mi | 3.1 |
| New Castle SHS New Castle | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| NEW CASTLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Castle | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Washington Intrmd Sch New Castle | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Lawrence County Career and Technical Center New Castle | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Shenango El Sch New Castle | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Shenango HS New Castle | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| CRAY CHALLENGES ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL (AEDY) New Castle | 2.9 mi | — |
| CRAY EDUCATION CENTER New Castle | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Union Memorial El Sch New Castle | 2.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Union Area HS New Castle | 2.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Union Area MS New Castle | 2.9 mi | 6.4 |
| FAITH COUNTRY CHAPEL PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN New Castle | 3.4 mi | — |
| Neshannock JSHS New Castle | 4.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Neshannock Memorial El Sch New Castle | 4.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Laurel HS New Castle | 3.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Laurel MS New Castle | 3.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Laurel El Sch New Castle | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
| FAYETTE SCHOOL Volant | 7.1 mi | — |
| Mohawk El Sch New Castle | 6.5 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 16101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,481
Median Home Value
$109,600
Median Rent
$706/mo
Population
30,960
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
68.9%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
43.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Boyertown El Sch Boyertown, PA | 5.7 |
| Cambria Heights El Sch Carrolltown, PA | 5.7 |
| Chartiers Valley Primary Sch Bridgeville, PA | 5.7 |
| ELCO Intermd Sch Myerstown, PA | 5.7 |
| Fairview El Sch Mountaintop, PA | 5.7 |
| Franklin Towne Charter Elementary School Philadelphia, PA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center
What grades does Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center serve?
Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center serves students in grades Kindergarten through 2nd.
How many students attend Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center?
Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 778 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center rank in PA?
Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center ranks #1,783 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center a charter school?
No, Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center?
100.0% of students at Harry W Lockley Early Learning Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 778
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Lawrence County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.8%
- Phone
- (724) 656-4735
Resources & Links
District
New Castle Area SD- District Enrollment
- 2,951
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,986
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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