Excellent
#109 of 2,842 schools in PA
Top 4% in state
Lake-noxen EL Sch
Elementary School · Lake-Lehman SD
PO Box 38, Lehman, PA 18627
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Lehman
#1 of 4
public schools
Pennsylvania elementary schools
#91 of 1,625
In district
#1 of 4
Lake-Lehman SD
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About Lake-noxen EL Sch
Lake-noxen EL Sch is a public elementary school in Lehman, PA, part of the Lake-Lehman SD. The school serves approximately 247 students in grades Kindergarten – 6th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 96.2th percentile among PA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 53% proficiency in math, 9 points above the state average and 62% in reading/language arts, 9 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.7/10). The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Lake-noxen EL Sch — Students at Lake-noxen EL Sch score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 14 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Lake-noxen EL Sch Compares
See how Lake-noxen EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 47% (2019) to 56.8% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 62% (2019) to 62.9% (2024).
Location
PO Box 38, Lehman, PA 18627
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lake-noxen EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ross El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 7.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Northwest Area Intermediate Sch (rated 8.2/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Shickshinny), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Dallas Intermediate Sch (rated 7.6/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Dallas), a more accessible option. For more schools in Lehman, see our Lehman schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIVER OF LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lehman | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Lehman-Jackson El Sch Lehman | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Lake-Lehman JSHS Lehman | 4.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Dallas Intermediate Sch Dallas | 5.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Wycallis Primary Center Dallas | 5.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Dallas MS Dallas | 6.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Dallas SHS Dallas | 6.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Ross El Sch Lehman | 7.8 mi | 8.4 |
| IM BIG NOW LEARNING CENTER Shavertown | 7.7 mi | — |
| TRUCKSVILLE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Trucksville | 8.1 mi | — |
| Northwest Area Intermediate Sch Shickshinny | 10.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Wyoming Valley West SHS Plymouth | 10.1 mi | 4.7 |
| State El Ctr Larksville | 9.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Greater Nanticoke Area SHS Nanticoke | 11.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Kennedy Early Childhood Center Nanticoke | 11.6 mi | 4.5 |
| GNA El Ctr Nanticoke | 11.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Greater Nanticoke Area Ed Ctr Nanticoke | 11.6 mi | 5.6 |
| West Side Career & Technology Center Kingston | 10.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Hanover Green El Sch Hanover Township | 11.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Lyndwood El Sch Hanover Township | 11.1 mi | 3.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18627 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
0
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cornell El Sch Coraopolis, PA | 8.8 |
| Eisenhower El Sch Camp Hill, PA | 8.8 |
| Fink El Sch Middletown, PA | 8.8 |
| Glendale El Sch Flinton, PA | 8.8 |
| Jackson El Sch Johnstown, PA | 8.8 |
| New Hope-Solebury Upper El Sch New Hope, PA | 8.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lake-noxen EL Sch
What grades does Lake-noxen EL Sch serve?
Lake-noxen EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Lake-noxen EL Sch?
Lake-noxen EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake-noxen EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Lake-noxen EL Sch is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lake-noxen EL Sch rank in PA?
Lake-noxen EL Sch is ranked #109 out of 2,842 schools in PA.
What is Lake-noxen EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Lake-noxen EL Sch has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Lake-noxen EL Sch?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Lake-noxen EL Sch has 53.3% math proficiency and 62.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Lake-noxen EL Sch a charter school?
No, Lake-noxen EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lake-noxen EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Lake-noxen EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake-noxen EL Sch?
53.4% of students at Lake-noxen EL Sch 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 247
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Phone
- (570) 639-1129
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Lake-Lehman SD- District Enrollment
- 1,584
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,912
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
Other Schools in This District
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