Below Average
#2234 of 2,846 schools in PA
Lee Park EL Sch
Elementary School · Hanover Area SD
99 Lee Park Ave, Hanover Township, PA 18706
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
3rd – 4th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher
14.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
3rd – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,234 of 2,846
In Hanover Township
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Hanover Area SD
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Lee Park EL Sch
Elementary School in Hanover Township · grades 3rd – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lee Park EL Sch
Lee Park EL Sch is a public elementary school in Hanover Township, PA, part of Hanover Area SD. Lee Park EL Sch serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades 3rd-4th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Lee Park EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,234 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Lee Park EL Sch show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.1
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Lee Park EL Sch 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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Lee Park EL Sch — Students at Lee Park EL Sch score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 5.6/10.
How Lee Park EL Sch Compares
See how Lee Park EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
99 Lee Park Ave, Hanover Township, PA 18706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lee Park EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lyndwood El Sch (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hanover Township, see our Hanover Township schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hanover Area Memorial El Sch Hanover Township | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Dr David W Kistler El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| WILKES-BARRE MENNONITE SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 0.9 mi | — |
| Lyndwood El Sch Hanover Township | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Wolfpack Early Learning Academy Wilkes-Barre | 1.1 mi | — |
| MILFORD E BARNES JR SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| BAIS MENACHEM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROG Wilkes-Barre | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| G A R MS Wilkes-Barre | 1.7 mi | 3.2 |
| HOLY REDEEMER H.S. Wilkes-Barre | 1.8 mi | 7.4 |
| State El Ctr Larksville | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Hanover Green El Sch Hanover Township | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Wyoming Valley West SHS Plymouth | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Hanover Area JSHS Hanover Township | 2.1 mi | 3.0 |
| WYOMING SEMINARY UPPER SCHOOL Kingston | 2.5 mi | 7.2 |
| WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingston | 2.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Third Avenue El Sch Kingston | 2.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Wyoming Valley West MS Kingston | 2.6 mi | 3.0 |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY Kingston | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Chester Street El Sch Kingston | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,546
Median Home Value
$121,900
Median Rent
$883/mo
Population
16,318
College Educated
20.3%
Homeownership
66.4%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
21%
Median Age
38.4
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|---|---|
| Houck El Sch Lebanon, PA | 4.7 |
| Patterson John M Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.7 |
| Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 Pittsburgh, PA | 4.7 |
| ST ATHANASIUS SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 4.7 |
| Walnut Street El Sch Darby, PA | 4.7 |
| West Hill El Sch Sharon, PA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lee Park EL Sch
What grades does Lee Park EL Sch serve?
Lee Park EL Sch serves students in grades 3rd through 4th.
How many students attend Lee Park EL Sch?
Lee Park EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lee Park EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Lee Park EL Sch is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lee Park EL Sch rank in PA?
Lee Park EL Sch ranks #2,234 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Lee Park EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Lee Park EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Lee Park EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lee Park EL Sch has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Lee Park EL Sch a charter school?
No, Lee Park EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lee Park EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Lee Park EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lee Park EL Sch?
77.2% of students at Lee Park 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
- 3rd – 4th
- Enrollment
- 298
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (570) 824-4741
Resources & Links
District
Hanover Area SD- District Enrollment
- 2,136
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,745
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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