Needs Improvement
#2578 of 2,846 schools in PA
Panther Valley EL Sch
Elementary School · Panther Valley SD
1 North Mermon Avenue, Nesquehoning, PA 18240
Enrollment
608
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
608
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
3.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,578 of 2,846
In district
#3 of 3
Panther Valley SD
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Panther Valley EL Sch
Elementary School in Nesquehoning · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Panther Valley Intermediate Sch
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About Panther Valley EL Sch
Panther Valley EL Sch is a public elementary school in Nesquehoning, PA, part of Panther Valley SD. Panther Valley EL Sch serves approximately 608 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Panther Valley EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,578 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Panther Valley EL Sch show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Panther Valley EL Sch sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
34% of students at Panther Valley 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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Panther Valley EL Sch — Students at Panther Valley EL Sch score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 32 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: 4.2/10.
How Panther Valley EL Sch Compares
See how Panther Valley EL Sch 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
1 North Mermon Avenue, Nesquehoning, PA 18240
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Panther Valley EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lehighton Area Elementary Center (rated 7.3/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Lehighton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tamaqua El Sch (rated 5.5/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Tamaqua), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Weatherly Area El Sch (rated 5.1/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Weatherly), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Nesquehoning, see our Nesquehoning schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Panther Valley Intermediate Sch Lansford | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Panther Valley JSHS Lansford | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| MAHONING VALLEY ACADEMY Lehighton | 4.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Weatherly Area El Sch Weatherly | 5.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Weatherly Area MS Weatherly | 5.0 mi | 3.1 |
| Weatherly Area HS Weatherly | 5.0 mi | 6.7 |
| L B Morris El Sch Jim Thorpe | 4.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Carbon Career & Technical Institute Jim Thorpe | 4.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Jim Thorpe Area HS Jim Thorpe | 4.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Lehighton Area Elementary Center Lehighton | 5.2 mi | 7.3 |
| WILLOW ACADEMY Lehighton | 5.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Lehighton Area MS Lehighton | 5.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Lehighton Area HS Lehighton | 5.3 mi | 7.2 |
| PACKER RIDGE ACADEMY Lehighton | 5.1 mi | 6.7 |
| VALLEY RIDGE ACADEMY Lehighton | 5.8 mi | — |
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ASSOCIATES ISST Weissport | 6.2 mi | 6.8 |
| West Penn Twp El Sch New Ringgold | 8.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Tamaqua El Sch Tamaqua | 9.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Freeland El/MS Freeland | 11.5 mi | 2.4 |
| Heights Terrace El/MS Hazleton | 9.8 mi | 2.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18240 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,510
Median Home Value
$135,200
Median Rent
$970/mo
Population
3,909
College Educated
20.4%
Homeownership
62.7%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.4%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Panther Valley EL Sch
What grades does Panther Valley EL Sch serve?
Panther Valley EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Panther Valley EL Sch?
Panther Valley EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 608 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Panther Valley EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Panther Valley EL Sch is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Panther Valley EL Sch rank in PA?
Panther Valley EL Sch ranks #2,578 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Panther Valley EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Panther Valley EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Panther Valley EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Panther Valley EL Sch has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Panther Valley EL Sch a charter school?
No, Panther Valley EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Panther Valley EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Panther Valley EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Panther Valley EL Sch?
100.5% of students at Panther Valley 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 – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 608
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Carbon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (570) 669-9411
Resources & Links
District
Panther Valley SD- District Enrollment
- 1,838
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,056
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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