Below Average
#2399 of 2,846 schools in PA
Based on limited data
Kennedy Early Childhood Center
Elementary School · Greater Nanticoke Area SD
513 Kosciuszko St, Nanticoke, PA 18634
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on PA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
512
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,399 of 2,846
In Nanticoke
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Greater Nanticoke Area SD
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Kennedy Early Childhood Center
Elementary School in Nanticoke · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Gna EL Ctr
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About Kennedy Early Childhood Center
Kennedy Early Childhood Center is a public elementary school in Nanticoke, PA, part of Greater Nanticoke Area SD. Kennedy Early Childhood Center serves approximately 512 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Kennedy Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,399 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 3.6
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Kennedy Early Childhood 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 Kennedy Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Kennedy Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
513 Kosciuszko St, Nanticoke, PA 18634
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kennedy Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lyndwood El Sch (rated 6.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Hanover Township), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nanticoke, see our Nanticoke schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GNA El Ctr Nanticoke | 0.1 mi | 2.9 |
| Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr Nanticoke | 0.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Greater Nanticoke Area SHS Nanticoke | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Hanover Area JSHS Hanover Township | 2.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Hanover Green El Sch Hanover Township | 2.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Wyoming Valley West SHS Plymouth | 3.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Rice El Sch Mountain Top | 4.1 mi | 5.4 |
| WYOMING VALLEY SDA ELEMENTARY Mountain Top | 4.0 mi | — |
| Lyndwood El Sch Hanover Township | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Hanover Area Memorial El Sch Hanover Township | 4.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Lee Park El Sch Hanover Township | 4.4 mi | 4.7 |
| State El Ctr Larksville | 5.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Dr David W Kistler El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 4.9 mi | 4.7 |
| WILKES-BARRE MENNONITE SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 5.2 mi | — |
| Wolfpack Early Learning Academy Wilkes-Barre | 5.4 mi | — |
| MILFORD E BARNES JR SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 5.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Crestwood Secondary Campus Mountain Top | 6.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 6.0 mi | 6.9 |
| WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingston | 6.4 mi | 7.3 |
| WYOMING SEMINARY UPPER SCHOOL Kingston | 6.4 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18634 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,482
Median Home Value
$108,600
Median Rent
$798/mo
Population
13,638
College Educated
19.2%
Homeownership
63.4%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.2%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Baresville El Sch Hanover, PA | 4.3 |
| Bywood El Sch Upper Darby, PA | 4.3 |
| Daniel J Flood El Sch Wilkes-Barre, PA | 4.3 |
| Davis Sch York, PA | 4.3 |
| Foose Sch Harrisburg, PA | 4.3 |
| Highland Park El Sch Upper Darby, PA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kennedy Early Childhood Center
What grades does Kennedy Early Childhood Center serve?
Kennedy Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Kennedy Early Childhood Center?
Kennedy Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 512 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kennedy Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Kennedy Early Childhood Center is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kennedy Early Childhood Center rank in PA?
Kennedy Early Childhood Center ranks #2,399 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Kennedy Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Kennedy Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Kennedy Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Kennedy Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kennedy Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Kennedy Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kennedy Early Childhood Center?
100.0% of students at Kennedy Early Childhood 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
- 512
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.4%
- Phone
- (570) 735-6450
Resources & Links
District
Greater Nanticoke Area SD- District Enrollment
- 2,297
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,075
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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