Needs Improvement
#2804 of 2,846 schools in PA
John Adams #4
Elementary School · Scranton SD
927 Capouse Ave, Scranton, PA 18509
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
195
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
2.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,804 of 2,846
In Scranton
#14 of 16
public schools
In district
#13 of 15
Scranton SD
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John Adams #4
Elementary School in Scranton · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John Adams #4
John Adams #4 is a public elementary school in Scranton, PA, part of Scranton SD. John Adams #4 serves approximately 195 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. John Adams #4 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,804 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for John Adams #4 show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.4
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 195 students, John Adams #4 is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
48% of students at John Adams #4 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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John Adams #4 — Students at John Adams #4 score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.5%
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: 1.5/10.
How John Adams #4 Compares
See how John Adams #4 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
927 Capouse Ave, Scranton, PA 18509
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Adams #4 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCRANTON HEBREW DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dunmore El Ctr (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Dunmore), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CLARE ST. PAUL SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scranton, see our Scranton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCRANTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Scranton | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Northeast Intrmd Sch Scranton | 0.4 mi | 2.7 |
| LUTHERAN ACADEMY - SCRANTON Scranton | 0.7 mi | — |
| THE LUTHERAN ACADEMY SCRANTON Scranton | 0.7 mi | — |
| BNOS YISROEL GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Scranton | 0.7 mi | — |
| SCRANTON HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Scranton | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| ST CLARE ST. PAUL SCHOOL Scranton | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ST CLARE/SAINT PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scranton | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Scranton HS Scranton | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| MONTESSORI KINDERGARTEN Scranton | 0.9 mi | — |
| BETH SHALOM ACADEMY Scranton | 0.9 mi | — |
| Neil Armstrong #40 Scranton | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Robert Morris #27 Scranton | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| William Prescott #38 Scranton | 1.1 mi | 3.8 |
| REVIVAL BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scranton | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION AND AUTISM CENTER Scranton | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| John G Whittier #2 Scranton | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Charles Sumner #18 Scranton | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Dunmore El Ctr Dunmore | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Isaac Tripp El Sch Scranton | 1.4 mi | 2.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18509 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,206
Median Home Value
$176,300
Median Rent
$991/mo
Population
13,268
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
47%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.6%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| McDaniel Delaplaine Sch Philadelphia, PA | 2.7 |
| Sylvan Heights Science CS Harrisburg, PA | 2.7 |
| Catalyst Academy CS Pittsburgh, PA | 2.9 |
| Glenside El Sch Reading, PA | 2.9 |
| Martin Sch New Kensington, PA | 2.3 |
| Welsh John Sch Philadelphia, PA | 2.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Adams #4
What grades does John Adams #4 serve?
John Adams #4 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend John Adams #4?
John Adams #4 has an enrollment of approximately 195 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Adams #4?
The student-teacher ratio at John Adams #4 is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Adams #4 rank in PA?
John Adams #4 ranks #2,804 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is John Adams #4's MySchoolScout rating?
John Adams #4 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 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 John Adams #4?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Adams #4 has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John Adams #4 a charter school?
No, John Adams #4 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Adams #4 a Title I school?
No, John Adams #4 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Adams #4?
99.5% of students at John Adams #4 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 195
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Lackawanna County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.2%
- Phone
- (570) 348-3655
Resources & Links
District
Scranton SD- District Enrollment
- 9,266
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,395
- District Rank
- #13 of 15
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