Below Average
#2528 of 2,846 schools in PA
Robert Morris #27
Elementary School · Scranton SD
1824 Boulevard Ave, Scranton, PA 18509
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,528 of 2,846
In Scranton
#5 of 16
public schools
In district
#4 of 15
Scranton SD
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Robert Morris #27
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About Robert Morris #27
Robert Morris #27 is a public elementary school in Scranton, PA, part of Scranton SD. Robert Morris #27 serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Robert Morris #27 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #2,528 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Robert Morris #27 show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 3.4
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
56% of students at Robert Morris #27 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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Robert Morris #27 — Students at Robert Morris #27 score 33% 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: 3.7/10.
How Robert Morris #27 Compares
See how Robert Morris #27 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1824 Boulevard Ave, Scranton, PA 18509
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Robert Morris #27 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SCRANTON HEBREW DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST MARY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Dunmore), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dunmore El Ctr (rated 6.5/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Dunmore), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scranton, see our Scranton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LUTHERAN ACADEMY - SCRANTON Scranton | 0.4 mi | — |
| THE LUTHERAN ACADEMY SCRANTON Scranton | 0.4 mi | — |
| ST CLARE ST. PAUL SCHOOL Scranton | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| ST CLARE/SAINT PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scranton | 0.4 mi | 5.3 |
| REVIVAL BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scranton | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| NATIVITYMIGUEL SCHOOL OF SCRANTON Scranton | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| NAVTIVITY MIGUEL SCHL-SCRANTON Scranton | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION AND AUTISM CENTER Scranton | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Dunmore El Ctr Dunmore | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Dunmore JSHS Dunmore | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| SCRANTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Scranton | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| John Adams #4 Scranton | 1.1 mi | 2.6 |
| Neil Armstrong #40 Scranton | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Northeast Intrmd Sch Scranton | 1.3 mi | 2.7 |
| Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County Scranton | 1.5 mi | — |
| BNOS YISROEL GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Scranton | 1.6 mi | — |
| ST MARY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL Dunmore | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| William Prescott #38 Scranton | 1.7 mi | 3.8 |
| SCRANTON HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Scranton | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| BETH SHALOM ACADEMY Scranton | 1.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18509 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,206
Median Home Value
$176,300
Median Rent
$991/mo
Population
13,268
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
47%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.6%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chester Street El Sch Kingston, PA | 4.0 |
| Grandview El Sch Morrisville, PA | 4.0 |
| Lafayette El Sch Uniontown, PA | 4.0 |
| Longstreth William C Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.0 |
| Ludlow James R Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.0 |
| Pittsburgh Liberty K-5 Pittsburgh, PA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Robert Morris #27
What grades does Robert Morris #27 serve?
Robert Morris #27 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Robert Morris #27?
Robert Morris #27 has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert Morris #27?
The student-teacher ratio at Robert Morris #27 is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Robert Morris #27 rank in PA?
Robert Morris #27 ranks #2,528 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Robert Morris #27's MySchoolScout rating?
Robert Morris #27 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Robert Morris #27?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Robert Morris #27 has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Robert Morris #27 a charter school?
No, Robert Morris #27 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Robert Morris #27 a Title I school?
No, Robert Morris #27 is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Robert Morris #27?
100.0% of students at Robert Morris #27 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
- 209
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Lackawanna County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.5%
- Phone
- (570) 348-3681
Resources & Links
District
Scranton SD- District Enrollment
- 9,266
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,395
- District Rank
- #4 of 15
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