Below Average
#2279 of 2,846 schools in PA
Penn-kidder Campus
Elementary School · Jim Thorpe Area SD
2850 State Route 903, Albrightsville, PA 18210
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
548
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,279 of 2,846
In district
#2 of 3
Jim Thorpe Area SD
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Penn-kidder Campus
Elementary School in Albrightsville · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Penn-kidder Campus
Penn-kidder Campus is a public elementary school in Albrightsville, PA, part of Jim Thorpe Area SD. Penn-kidder Campus serves approximately 548 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Penn-kidder Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,279 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Penn-kidder Campus show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.3
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Penn-kidder Campus 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.
32% of students at Penn-kidder Campus 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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Penn-kidder Campus — Students at Penn-kidder Campus score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 42 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: 3.6/10.
How Penn-kidder Campus Compares
See how Penn-kidder Campus 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
2850 State Route 903, Albrightsville, PA 18210
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Penn-kidder Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Towamensing El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Lehighton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Clear Run Intrmd Sch (rated 7.1/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Tobyhanna), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tobyhanna El Ctr (rated 7.0/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Pocono Pines), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albrightsville, see our Albrightsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tobyhanna El Ctr Pocono Pines | 7.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Towamensing El Sch Lehighton | 10.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Pleasant Valley Intermediate Sch Kunkletown | 9.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Pleasant Valley El Sch Kunkletown | 9.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Pocono Mountain West JHS Pocono Summit | 10.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Pocono Mountain West HS Pocono Summit | 10.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Carbon Career & Technical Institute Jim Thorpe | 12.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Jim Thorpe Area HS Jim Thorpe | 12.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Pleasant Valley MS Brodheadsville | 11.7 mi | 3.5 |
| L B Morris El Sch Jim Thorpe | 12.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Pleasant Valley HS Brodheadsville | 12.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Palmerton Area HS Palmerton | 14.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Palmerton Area JHS Palmerton | 15.0 mi | 6.3 |
| PACKER RIDGE ACADEMY Lehighton | 13.8 mi | 6.7 |
| ST JOHN NEUMANN REGIONAL SCHOOL Palmerton | 15.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Parkside Education Center Palmerton | 15.5 mi | 7.0 |
| S S Palmer El Sch Palmerton | 15.6 mi | 5.5 |
| BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ASSOCIATES ISST Weissport | 15.0 mi | 6.8 |
| VALLEY RIDGE ACADEMY Lehighton | 15.2 mi | — |
| Clear Run Intrmd Sch Tobyhanna | 13.6 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18210 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,064
Median Home Value
$216,800
Median Rent
$1,241/mo
Population
7,879
College Educated
20.8%
Homeownership
90.5%
Avg Commute
40.3 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
50.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Penn-kidder Campus
What grades does Penn-kidder Campus serve?
Penn-kidder Campus serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Penn-kidder Campus?
Penn-kidder Campus has an enrollment of approximately 548 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Penn-kidder Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Penn-kidder Campus is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Penn-kidder Campus rank in PA?
Penn-kidder Campus ranks #2,279 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Penn-kidder Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Penn-kidder Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Penn-kidder Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Penn-kidder Campus has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Penn-kidder Campus a charter school?
No, Penn-kidder Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Penn-kidder Campus a Title I school?
No, Penn-kidder Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Penn-kidder Campus?
64.2% of students at Penn-kidder Campus 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
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 548
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Carbon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.8%
- Phone
- (570) 722-1150
Resources & Links
District
Jim Thorpe Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,723
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,557
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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