Serving 513 students in grades 3-5, Gna 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 17% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 513 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: GNA El Ctr's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Nanticoke, PA, covering approximately 54.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gna El Center's student population of 513 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
513 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Gna El Center 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 Gna El Center is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2278 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
23%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
8%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
63%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
1%
Showing 2013–2022. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gna El Center's ranking?
Gna El Center is ranked #2278 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Gna El Center often compared to?
Gna El Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School, Dallas Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Gna El Center?
513 students attend Gna El Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Gna El Center students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gna El Center?
Gna El Center has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gna El Center offer ?
Gna El Center offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gna El Center part of?
Gna El Center is part of Greater Nanticoke Area School District.
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