Needs Improvement
#2546 of 2,846 schools in PA
Based on limited data
Hazle Township Early Learning Center
Elementary School · Hazleton Area SD
1400 W 23rd Street, Hazle Township, PA 18202
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on PA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
545
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,546 of 2,846
In Hazle Township
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 11
Hazleton Area SD
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Hazle Township Early Learning Center
Elementary School in Hazle Township · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Hazleton Area HS
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About Hazle Township Early Learning Center
Hazle Township Early Learning Center is a public elementary school in Hazle Township, PA, part of Hazleton Area SD. Hazle Township Early Learning Center serves approximately 545 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Hazle Township Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #2,546 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.1
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Hazle Township Early Learning Center 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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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 Hazle Township Early Learning Center Compares
See how Hazle Township Early Learning Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1400 W 23rd Street, Hazle Township, PA 18202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hazle Township Early Learning Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Hazleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JUDE SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Mountain Top), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JEROME REGIONAL SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Tamaqua), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hazle Township, see our Hazle Township schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hazleton Area HS Hazle Township | 0.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Maple Manor El/MS Hazle Township | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| West Hazleton El/MS West Hazleton | 0.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Hazleton El/MS Hazleton | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Hazleton | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| HAZLETON TRINITY NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL Hazleton | 1.4 mi | — |
| IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hazleton | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Arthur Street El Sch Hazleton | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Heights Terrace El/MS Hazleton | 2.3 mi | 2.7 |
| Drums El/MS Drums | 2.7 mi | 3.7 |
| BRIGHT BEGINNINGS EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Conyngham | 4.0 mi | — |
| McAdoo-Kelayres El/MS Mcadoo | 5.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Valley El/MS Sugarloaf | 4.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Freeland El/MS Freeland | 6.2 mi | 2.4 |
| MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tamaqua | 10.0 mi | 6.3 |
| ST JEROME REGIONAL SCHOOL Tamaqua | 10.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Tamaqua El Sch Tamaqua | 11.8 mi | 5.5 |
| ST JUDE SCHOOL Mountain Top | 11.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Rice El Sch Mountain Top | 12.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Weatherly Area HS Weatherly | 9.4 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,517
Median Home Value
$182,200
Median Rent
$1,029/mo
Population
13,477
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
21.6%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grover Cleveland El Sch Erie, PA | 3.9 |
| Kelly John B Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.9 |
| Mars Area Primary Ctr Mars, PA | 3.9 |
| Mt Penn Primary Ctr Reading, PA | 3.9 |
| Northwest El Sch Lebanon, PA | 3.9 |
| Richmond Sch Philadelphia, PA | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hazle Township Early Learning Center
What grades does Hazle Township Early Learning Center serve?
Hazle Township Early Learning Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Hazle Township Early Learning Center?
Hazle Township Early Learning Center has an enrollment of approximately 545 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hazle Township Early Learning Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Hazle Township Early Learning Center is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hazle Township Early Learning Center rank in PA?
Hazle Township Early Learning Center ranks #2,546 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Hazle Township Early Learning Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Hazle Township Early Learning Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Hazle Township Early Learning Center a charter school?
No, Hazle Township Early Learning Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hazle Township Early Learning Center a Title I school?
No, Hazle Township Early Learning Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hazle Township Early Learning Center?
100.0% of students at Hazle Township 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 545
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.8%
- Phone
- (570) 459-3221
Resources & Links
District
Hazleton Area SD- District Enrollment
- 12,609
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,547
- District Rank
- #3 of 11
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