Below Average
#2438 of 2,846 schools in PA
Mid Valley EL Ctr
Elementary School · Mid Valley SD
50 Underwood Rd, Throop, PA 18512
Enrollment
1,043
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
1,043
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,438 of 2,846
In Throop
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Mid Valley SD
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Mid Valley EL Ctr
Elementary School in Throop · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Mid Valley Secondary Center
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About Mid Valley EL Ctr
Mid Valley EL Ctr is a public elementary school in Throop, PA, part of Mid Valley SD. Mid Valley EL Ctr serves approximately 1,043 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Mid Valley EL Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,438 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Mid Valley EL Ctr show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Mid Valley EL Ctr — Students at Mid Valley EL Ctr score 35% proficient, which is above 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 38 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: 3.8/10.
How Mid Valley EL Ctr Compares
See how Mid Valley EL Ctr 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
50 Underwood Rd, Throop, PA 18512
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mid Valley EL Ctr may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Dunmore), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dunmore El Ctr (rated 6.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Dunmore), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LA SALLE ACADEMY (rated 6.0/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Jessup), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Throop, see our Throop schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mid Valley Secondary Center Throop | 0.1 mi | 5.3 |
| THE CHILDREN'S CORNERSTONE Dunmore | 2.1 mi | — |
| HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL Dunmore | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL Dunmore | 2.1 mi | 6.1 |
| NATIVITYMIGUEL SCHOOL OF SCRANTON Scranton | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| NAVTIVITY MIGUEL SCHL-SCRANTON Scranton | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Dunmore JSHS Dunmore | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Valley View El Ctr Peckville | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Dunmore El Ctr Dunmore | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| ST MARY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Dunmore | 2.4 mi | 7.1 |
| LA SALLE ACADEMY Jessup | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Robert Morris #27 Scranton | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County Scranton | 2.6 mi | — |
| ST CLARE ST. PAUL SCHOOL Scranton | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| ST CLARE/SAINT PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scranton | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| LUTHERAN ACADEMY - SCRANTON Scranton | 2.8 mi | — |
| THE LUTHERAN ACADEMY SCRANTON Scranton | 2.8 mi | — |
| REVIVAL BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scranton | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION AND AUTISM CENTER Scranton | 2.8 mi | 5.6 |
| William Prescott #38 Scranton | 3.4 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18512 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,097
Median Home Value
$173,500
Median Rent
$927/mo
Population
12,714
College Educated
29.2%
Homeownership
63.3%
Avg Commute
16.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
40.6
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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| Brookwood El Sch Levittown, PA | 4.2 |
| Marshall Thurgood Philadelphia, PA | 4.2 |
| South Side El Sch Harrisburg, PA | 4.2 |
| State El Ctr Larksville, PA | 4.2 |
| Bywood El Sch Upper Darby, PA | 4.3 |
| Highland Park El Sch Upper Darby, PA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mid Valley EL Ctr
What grades does Mid Valley EL Ctr serve?
Mid Valley EL Ctr serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mid Valley EL Ctr?
Mid Valley EL Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 1,043 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mid Valley EL Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Mid Valley EL Ctr is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mid Valley EL Ctr rank in PA?
Mid Valley EL Ctr ranks #2,438 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Mid Valley EL Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Mid Valley EL Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Mid Valley EL Ctr?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mid Valley EL Ctr has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mid Valley EL Ctr a charter school?
No, Mid Valley EL Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mid Valley EL Ctr a Title I school?
No, Mid Valley EL Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mid Valley EL Ctr?
100.0% of students at Mid Valley EL Ctr 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
- 1,043
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 65
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lackawanna County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.8%
- Phone
- (570) 307-3241
Resources & Links
District
Mid Valley SD- District Enrollment
- 1,940
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,060
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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