Below Average
#2462 of 2,846 schools in PA
State EL Ctr
Elementary School · Wyoming Valley West SD
355 State Street, Larksville, PA 18704
Enrollment
1,316
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
1,316
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,462 of 2,846
In district
#2 of 6
Wyoming Valley West SD
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State EL Ctr
Elementary School in Larksville · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About State EL Ctr
State EL Ctr is a public elementary school in Larksville, PA, part of Wyoming Valley West SD. State EL Ctr serves approximately 1,316 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. State EL Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,462 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for State EL Ctr show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 3.5
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
59% of students at State EL Ctr 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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State EL Ctr — Students at State EL Ctr score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
99.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 30 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: 5.6/10.
How State EL Ctr Compares
See how State EL Ctr 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
355 State Street, Larksville, PA 18704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering State EL Ctr may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Kingston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lyndwood El Sch (rated 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Hanover Township), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dr David W Kistler El Sch (rated 4.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Larksville, see our Larksville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lyndwood El Sch Hanover Township | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Dr David W Kistler El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Wyoming Valley West SHS Plymouth | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingston | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| WYOMING SEMINARY UPPER SCHOOL Kingston | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| West Side Career & Technology Center Kingston | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Lee Park El Sch Hanover Township | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Hanover Area Memorial El Sch Hanover Township | 2.4 mi | 3.6 |
| JENNY LYNN ELEMENTARY Kingston | 1.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Wyoming Valley West MS Kingston | 2.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Chester Street El Sch Kingston | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| TRUCKSVILLE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Trucksville | 2.7 mi | — |
| MILFORD E BARNES JR SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| GENESIS SCHOOL Kingston | 2.2 mi | — |
| Third Avenue El Sch Kingston | 2.2 mi | 2.7 |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY Kingston | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| WILKES-BARRE MENNONITE SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 2.7 mi | — |
| BAIS MENACHEM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROG Wilkes-Barre | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Wolfpack Early Learning Academy Wilkes-Barre | 2.7 mi | — |
| Hanover Green El Sch Hanover Township | 3.1 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,907
Median Home Value
$154,600
Median Rent
$935/mo
Population
30,997
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
61.1%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brookwood El Sch Levittown, PA | 4.2 |
| Mid Valley El Ctr Throop, PA | 4.2 |
| North Schuylkill El Sch Ashland, PA | 4.1 |
| Farrell Louis H Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.0 |
| Heights/Murray El Sch Wilkes-Barre, PA | 4.0 |
| Keystone El Sch Croydon, PA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about State EL Ctr
What grades does State EL Ctr serve?
State EL Ctr serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend State EL Ctr?
State EL Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 1,316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at State EL Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at State EL Ctr is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does State EL Ctr rank in PA?
State EL Ctr ranks #2,462 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is State EL Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
State EL Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 State EL Ctr?
Based on loaded state assessment records, State EL Ctr has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is State EL Ctr a charter school?
No, State EL Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is State EL Ctr a Title I school?
No, State EL Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for State EL Ctr?
99.8% of students at State EL Ctr 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 1,316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 86
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 99.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.7%
- Phone
- (570) 779-5381
Resources & Links
District
Wyoming Valley West SD- District Enrollment
- 4,901
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,509
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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