Serving 658 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Clear Run El 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 <50% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 63%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Attendance Zone: CLEAR RUN EL CTR serves the west part of its school district in Tobyhanna, PA, covering an area of approximately 24.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.6 miles to the zone's edge, which extends up to 8.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clear Run El Center's student population of 658 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
658 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Clear Run El Center is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
27%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Clear Run El Center often compared to?
Clear Run El Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Tobyhanna El Center, East Stroudsburg Elementary School, Clear Run Intrmd School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 63% PA state average).
How many students attend Clear Run El Center?
658 students attend Clear Run El Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Clear Run El Center students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clear Run El Center?
Clear Run El Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clear Run El Center offer ?
Clear Run El Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clear Run El Center part of?
Clear Run El Center is part of Pocono Mountain School District.
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