Needs Improvement
#2796 of 2,846 schools in PA
Third Avenue EL Sch
Elementary School · Wyoming Valley West SD
131 Rear Third Ave & Davis St, Kingston, PA 18704
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,796 of 2,846
In Kingston
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#6 of 6
Wyoming Valley West SD
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Third Avenue EL Sch
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About Third Avenue EL Sch
Third Avenue EL Sch is a public elementary school in Kingston, PA, part of Wyoming Valley West SD. Third Avenue EL Sch serves approximately 99 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Third Avenue EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,796 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Third Avenue EL Sch show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.5
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 99 students, Third Avenue EL Sch is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
54% of students at Third Avenue 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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Third Avenue EL Sch — Students at Third Avenue EL Sch score 34% proficient, which is above 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 EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.3/10.
How Third Avenue EL Sch Compares
See how Third Avenue EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
131 Rear Third Ave & Davis St, Kingston, PA 18704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Third Avenue EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILKES-BARRE ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kingston, see our Kingston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRAHAM ACADEMY Kingston | 0.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Wyoming Valley West MS Kingston | 0.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Chester Street El Sch Kingston | 0.4 mi | 4.0 |
| JENNY LYNN ELEMENTARY Kingston | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| BAIS MENACHEM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROG Wilkes-Barre | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| WYOMING SEMINARY UPPER SCHOOL Kingston | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| GENESIS SCHOOL Kingston | 0.9 mi | — |
| JENNY LYNN FERRARO ACADEMY Kingston | 0.9 mi | — |
| WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingston | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| HOLY REDEEMER H.S. Wilkes-Barre | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| MILFORD E BARNES JR SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Heights/Murray El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Daniel J Flood El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| G A R MS Wilkes-Barre | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Dodson El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| WILKES-BARRE ACADEMY Wilkes-Barre | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| West Side Career & Technology Center Kingston | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Wolfpack Early Learning Academy Wilkes-Barre | 1.8 mi | — |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Luzerne | 1.9 mi | 7.1 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 Pittsburgh, PA | 3.4 |
| ST DOMINICS ACADEMY Honesdale, PA | 3.6 |
| Pittsburgh Spring Hill K-5 Pittsburgh, PA | 4.2 |
| REVIVAL BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scranton, PA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Third Avenue EL Sch
What grades does Third Avenue EL Sch serve?
Third Avenue EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Third Avenue EL Sch?
Third Avenue EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 99 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Third Avenue EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Third Avenue EL Sch is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Third Avenue EL Sch rank in PA?
Third Avenue EL Sch ranks #2,796 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Third Avenue EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Third Avenue EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Third Avenue EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Third Avenue EL Sch has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Third Avenue EL Sch a charter school?
No, Third Avenue EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Third Avenue EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Third Avenue EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Third Avenue EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Third Avenue 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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 99
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.5%
- Phone
- (570) 288-2282
Resources & Links
District
Wyoming Valley West SD- District Enrollment
- 4,901
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,509
- District Rank
- #6 of 6
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