Needs Improvement
#2716 of 2,846 schools in PA
Valley El/ms
Elementary School · Hazleton Area SD
100 Rock Glen Rd, Sugarloaf, PA 18249
Enrollment
910
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
910
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
3.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,716 of 2,846
In district
#6 of 11
Hazleton Area SD
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Valley El/ms
Elementary School in Sugarloaf · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Valley El/ms
Valley El/ms is a public elementary school in Sugarloaf, PA, part of Hazleton Area SD. Valley El/ms serves approximately 910 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Valley El/ms has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,716 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Valley El/ms show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.2 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.1
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Valley El/ms 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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Valley El/ms — Students at Valley El/ms score 38% 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 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: 1.8/10.
How Valley El/ms Compares
See how Valley El/ms 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
100 Rock Glen Rd, Sugarloaf, PA 18249
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valley El/ms may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Salem El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Berwick), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nescopeck El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Nescopeck), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Hazleton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sugarloaf, see our Sugarloaf schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BRIGHT BEGINNINGS EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Conyngham | 0.8 mi | — |
| Drums El/MS Drums | 4.1 mi | 3.7 |
| West Hazleton El/MS West Hazleton | 4.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Hazleton Area HS Hazle Township | 4.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Maple Manor El/MS Hazle Township | 4.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Hazle Township Early Learning Center Hazle Township | 4.4 mi | 3.9 |
| HAZLETON TRINITY NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL Hazleton | 5.6 mi | — |
| Hazleton El/MS Hazleton | 5.6 mi | 2.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Hazleton | 5.6 mi | 6.3 |
| IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hazleton | 5.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Arthur Street El Sch Hazleton | 6.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Heights Terrace El/MS Hazleton | 6.3 mi | 2.7 |
| McAdoo-Kelayres El/MS Mcadoo | 7.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Nescopeck El Sch Nescopeck | 8.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Salem El Sch Berwick | 9.4 mi | 8.3 |
| MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tamaqua | 11.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Berwick Area MS Berwick | 9.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Berwick Area HS Berwick | 9.7 mi | 7.0 |
| NEW STORY SCHOOL Berwick | 9.7 mi | 5.6 |
| ST JEROME REGIONAL SCHOOL Tamaqua | 12.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18249 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,820
Median Home Value
$279,800
Median Rent
$1,341/mo
Population
4,161
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| Southwest Leadership Academy CS Philadelphia, PA | 3.2 |
| Dana El Ctr Forty Fort, PA | 3.3 |
| KIPP Philadelphia CS Philadelphia, PA | 3.3 |
| Mahanoy Area El Sch Mahanoy City, PA | 3.3 |
| Muhlenberg El Sch Allentown, PA | 3.3 |
| Pan American Academy CS Philadelphia, PA | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valley El/ms
What grades does Valley El/ms serve?
Valley El/ms serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Valley El/ms?
Valley El/ms has an enrollment of approximately 910 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valley El/ms?
The student-teacher ratio at Valley El/ms is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valley El/ms rank in PA?
Valley El/ms ranks #2,716 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Valley El/ms's MySchoolScout rating?
Valley El/ms has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.2 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 Valley El/ms?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valley El/ms has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Valley El/ms a charter school?
No, Valley El/ms is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valley El/ms a Title I school?
No, Valley El/ms is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Valley El/ms?
100.0% of students at Valley El/ms 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 910
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.7%
- Phone
- (570) 459-3111
Resources & Links
District
Hazleton Area SD- District Enrollment
- 12,609
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,547
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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