Very Good
#544 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 19% in state
Moscow EL Sch
Elementary School · North Pocono Sd · Moscow, PA
A North Pocono Sd elementary school where students score 8 points above what's typical for similar communities.
851 Church St, Moscow, PA 18444
- Math 60% vs PA 46% (2024)
- Reading 67% vs PA 55% (2024)
- 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at Moscow EL Sch score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
2024 PSSA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. PA average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 8 points since 2020, to 64% in 2024, across a 16-year record (2009–2024).
Show all 15 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 72% (multi-year average, 2009-2024) · reading/ELA 79% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 32 test records from PA state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
45.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Moscow EL Sch sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 12Car-Dependent
- Bike 25Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Elevated744/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Moscow), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$84,919
Median home value
$249,400
Median rent
$1,015/mo
College educated
32.5%
Homeownership
85%
Poverty rate
7.5%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 18444; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
1 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson EL SchEnrollment path unverified | 8.7 | K–3 | Not available | 249 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
North Pocono Sd
- Schools in district
- 5
- Rank in district
- #2 of 5
- District spending per student
- $19,418NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 10.0%Census SAIPE · 2024
Moscow EL Sch is listed in North Pocono SD; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Moscow EL Sch
Moscow EL Sch is a public elementary school in Moscow, PA, part of North Pocono Sd, serving approximately 608 students in grades Kindergarten-3rd with a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #544 of 2,846 schools in PA. State assessment records show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Moscow EL Sch
What grades does Moscow EL Sch serve?
Moscow EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Moscow EL Sch?
Moscow EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 608 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moscow EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Moscow EL Sch is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Moscow EL Sch rank in PA?
Moscow EL Sch ranks #544 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Moscow EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Moscow EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Moscow EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Moscow EL Sch has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Moscow EL Sch a charter school?
No, Moscow EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Moscow EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Moscow EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Moscow EL Sch?
45.9% of students at Moscow 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 608
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Lackawanna County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.1%
- Phone
- (570) 842-8464
- Area population (ZIP 18444)
- 13,681
- Area average commute
- 24.6 min
- Area median age
- 46.7
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 PSSA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 PSSA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 PSSA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 PSSA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 18444; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2024; directory SY 2023–24
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.