Serving 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Charles Sumner #18 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles Sumner #18 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Charles Sumner #18's student population of 247 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Charles Sumner #18 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles Sumner #18 is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2420 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)20-24%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
43%
15%
Black
13%
14%
White
35%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles Sumner #18's ranking?
Charles Sumner #18 is ranked #2420 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Charles Sumner #18 often compared to?
Charles Sumner #18is often viewed alongside schools like Frances Willard #32 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Charles Sumner #18?
247 students attend Charles Sumner #18.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Charles Sumner #18 students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles Sumner #18?
Charles Sumner #18 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Charles Sumner #18 offer ?
Charles Sumner #18 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charles Sumner #18 part of?
Charles Sumner #18 is part of Scranton School District.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2012
Charles Sumner is a great, kid friendly school. This school exemplifies a close knit community with excellent parent/ teacher communication. Due to the teachers/staff, this school help our kids to grow educationally and socially.
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