Serving 527 students in grades 6-8, Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center's student population of 527 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2324 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
15%
14%
Black
7%
14%
White
73%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center's ranking?
Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center is ranked #2324 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center?
527 students attend Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center?
Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center offer ?
Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center part of?
Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center is part of Greater Nanticoke Area SD School District.
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