Needs Improvement
#2787 of 2,846 schools in PA
West Hazleton El/ms
Elementary School · Hazleton Area SD
325 North St, West Hazleton, PA 18202
Enrollment
999
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
999
Student-Teacher
16.6:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,787 of 2,846
In district
#8 of 11
Hazleton Area SD
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West Hazleton El/ms
Elementary School in West Hazleton · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About West Hazleton El/ms
West Hazleton El/ms is a public elementary school in West Hazleton, PA, part of Hazleton Area SD. West Hazleton El/ms serves approximately 999 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. West Hazleton El/ms has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,787 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for West Hazleton El/ms show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.1
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at West Hazleton 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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West Hazleton El/ms — Students at West Hazleton El/ms score 25% 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 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: 2.3/10.
How West Hazleton El/ms Compares
See how West Hazleton 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
325 North St, West Hazleton, PA 18202
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Hazleton El/ms may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY (rated 6.3/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Hazleton), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JEROME REGIONAL SCHOOL (rated 5.5/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Tamaqua), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tamaqua El Sch (rated 5.5/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Tamaqua), which scores notably higher. For more schools in West Hazleton, see our West Hazleton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Maple Manor El/MS Hazle Township | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Hazleton Area HS Hazle Township | 0.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Hazle Township Early Learning Center Hazle Township | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| HAZLETON TRINITY NURSERY & KINDERGARTEN SCHOOL Hazleton | 1.3 mi | — |
| IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hazleton | 1.4 mi | 6.5 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Hazleton | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Hazleton El/MS Hazleton | 1.5 mi | 2.6 |
| Heights Terrace El/MS Hazleton | 1.9 mi | 2.7 |
| Arthur Street El Sch Hazleton | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Drums El/MS Drums | 3.5 mi | 3.7 |
| McAdoo-Kelayres El/MS Mcadoo | 4.5 mi | 2.8 |
| BRIGHT BEGINNINGS EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY Conyngham | 4.1 mi | — |
| Valley El/MS Sugarloaf | 4.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Freeland El/MS Freeland | 7.0 mi | 2.4 |
| MARIAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Tamaqua | 9.1 mi | 6.3 |
| ST JEROME REGIONAL SCHOOL Tamaqua | 9.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Tamaqua El Sch Tamaqua | 10.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Tamaqua Area SHS Tamaqua | 11.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Tamaqua Area MS Tamaqua | 11.7 mi | 3.8 |
| NEW ENGLAND VALLEY MENNONITE Tamaqua | 12.5 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,517
Median Home Value
$182,200
Median Rent
$1,029/mo
Population
13,477
College Educated
20.9%
Homeownership
71.9%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
21.6%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Harris Sch Collingdale, PA | 2.7 |
| Heights Terrace El/MS Hazleton, PA | 2.7 |
| Riverside El Sch Reading, PA | 2.7 |
| Steelton-Highspire El Sch Steelton, PA | 2.7 |
| McAdoo-Kelayres El/MS Mcadoo, PA | 2.8 |
| Thomas W Holtzman Jr El Sch Harrisburg, PA | 2.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Hazleton El/ms
What grades does West Hazleton El/ms serve?
West Hazleton El/ms serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend West Hazleton El/ms?
West Hazleton El/ms has an enrollment of approximately 999 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Hazleton El/ms?
The student-teacher ratio at West Hazleton El/ms is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Hazleton El/ms rank in PA?
West Hazleton El/ms ranks #2,787 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is West Hazleton El/ms's MySchoolScout rating?
West Hazleton El/ms 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 West Hazleton El/ms?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Hazleton El/ms has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is West Hazleton El/ms a charter school?
No, West Hazleton El/ms is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Hazleton El/ms a Title I school?
No, West Hazleton El/ms is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Hazleton El/ms?
100.0% of students at West Hazleton 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
- 999
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.4%
- 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
- #8 of 11
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