Needs Improvement
#2705 of 2,846 schools in PA
John G Whittier #2
Elementary School · Scranton SD
700 Orchard St, Scranton, PA 18505
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,705 of 2,846
In Scranton
#9 of 16
public schools
In district
#8 of 15
Scranton SD
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John G Whittier #2
Elementary School in Scranton · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John G Whittier #2
John G Whittier #2 is a public elementary school in Scranton, PA, part of Scranton SD. John G Whittier #2 serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John G Whittier #2 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,705 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for John G Whittier #2 show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.4
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
57% of students at John G Whittier #2 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 G Whittier #2 — Students at John G Whittier #2 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 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: 2.8/10.
How John G Whittier #2 Compares
See how John G Whittier #2 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
700 Orchard St, Scranton, PA 18505
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John G Whittier #2 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 ALL SAINTS ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CLARE ST. PAUL SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scranton, see our Scranton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI KINDERGARTEN Scranton | 0.6 mi | — |
| BETH SHALOM ACADEMY Scranton | 0.6 mi | — |
| McNichols Plaza Scranton | 0.6 mi | 3.1 |
| SCRANTON HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Scranton | 0.7 mi | 8.1 |
| BNOS YISROEL GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Scranton | 0.8 mi | — |
| South Scranton Intrmd Sch Scranton | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Northeast Intrmd Sch Scranton | 1.1 mi | 2.7 |
| William Prescott #38 Scranton | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS Scranton | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| SCRANTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Scranton | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| John Adams #4 Scranton | 1.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Scranton HS Scranton | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| John F. Kennedy #7 Scranton | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| ST CLARE ST. PAUL SCHOOL Scranton | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| ST CLARE/SAINT PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scranton | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Charles Sumner #18 Scranton | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| LUTHERAN ACADEMY - SCRANTON Scranton | 2.0 mi | — |
| THE LUTHERAN ACADEMY SCRANTON Scranton | 2.0 mi | — |
| Frances Willard #32 Scranton | 1.6 mi | 4.6 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Scranton | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,599
Median Home Value
$139,800
Median Rent
$954/mo
Population
21,417
College Educated
25.8%
Homeownership
55%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
19.8%
Median Age
38.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John G Whittier #2
What grades does John G Whittier #2 serve?
John G Whittier #2 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend John G Whittier #2?
John G Whittier #2 has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John G Whittier #2?
The student-teacher ratio at John G Whittier #2 is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John G Whittier #2 rank in PA?
John G Whittier #2 ranks #2,705 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is John G Whittier #2's MySchoolScout rating?
John G Whittier #2 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 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 G Whittier #2?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John G Whittier #2 has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is John G Whittier #2 a charter school?
No, John G Whittier #2 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John G Whittier #2 a Title I school?
No, John G Whittier #2 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John G Whittier #2?
100.0% of students at John G Whittier #2 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
- 452
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Lackawanna County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 57.3%
- Phone
- (570) 348-3690
Resources & Links
District
Scranton SD- District Enrollment
- 9,266
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,395
- District Rank
- #8 of 15
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