Needs Improvement
#2758 of 2,846 schools in PA
Neil Armstrong #40
Elementary School · Scranton SD
N Lincoln Ave & Clearview St, Scranton, PA 18508
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
427
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,758 of 2,846
In Scranton
#12 of 16
public schools
In district
#11 of 15
Scranton SD
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Neil Armstrong #40
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About Neil Armstrong #40
Neil Armstrong #40 is a public elementary school in Scranton, PA, part of Scranton SD. Neil Armstrong #40 serves approximately 427 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Neil Armstrong #40 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,758 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Neil Armstrong #40 show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.4
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
53% of students at Neil Armstrong #40 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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Neil Armstrong #40 — Students at Neil Armstrong #40 score 29% proficient, which is below 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 34 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: 2.0/10.
How Neil Armstrong #40 Compares
See how Neil Armstrong #40 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
N Lincoln Ave & Clearview St, Scranton, PA 18508
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Neil Armstrong #40 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCRANTON HEBREW DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALL SAINTS ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CLARE ST. PAUL SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scranton, see our Scranton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MERAKEY EDUCATION AND AUTISM CENTER Scranton | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| REVIVAL BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scranton | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Isaac Tripp El Sch Scranton | 0.8 mi | 2.5 |
| LUTHERAN ACADEMY - SCRANTON Scranton | 0.9 mi | — |
| THE LUTHERAN ACADEMY SCRANTON Scranton | 0.9 mi | — |
| John Adams #4 Scranton | 1.1 mi | 2.6 |
| Scranton HS Scranton | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Robert Morris #27 Scranton | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| ST CLARE ST. PAUL SCHOOL Scranton | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ST CLARE/SAINT PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scranton | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| SCRANTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Scranton | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| DEPAUL SCHOOL Scranton | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Charles Sumner #18 Scranton | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Northeast Intrmd Sch Scranton | 1.5 mi | 2.7 |
| Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County Scranton | 1.5 mi | — |
| BNOS YISROEL GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Scranton | 1.8 mi | — |
| SCRANTON HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Scranton | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| MONTESSORI KINDERGARTEN Scranton | 1.9 mi | — |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Scranton | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| NATIVITYMIGUEL SCHOOL OF SCRANTON Scranton | 1.5 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,706
Median Home Value
$120,700
Median Rent
$1,034/mo
Population
11,347
College Educated
18.2%
Homeownership
49.8%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
26.1%
Median Age
38.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Neil Armstrong #40
What grades does Neil Armstrong #40 serve?
Neil Armstrong #40 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Neil Armstrong #40?
Neil Armstrong #40 has an enrollment of approximately 427 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Neil Armstrong #40?
The student-teacher ratio at Neil Armstrong #40 is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Neil Armstrong #40 rank in PA?
Neil Armstrong #40 ranks #2,758 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Neil Armstrong #40's MySchoolScout rating?
Neil Armstrong #40 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Neil Armstrong #40?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Neil Armstrong #40 has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Neil Armstrong #40 a charter school?
No, Neil Armstrong #40 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Neil Armstrong #40 a Title I school?
No, Neil Armstrong #40 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Neil Armstrong #40?
100.0% of students at Neil Armstrong #40 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 427
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Lackawanna County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.7%
- Phone
- (570) 348-3661
Resources & Links
District
Scranton SD- District Enrollment
- 9,266
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,395
- District Rank
- #11 of 15
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