Serving 319 students in grades 5-6, Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School 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 26% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 319 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Wilkes Barre, PA, covering an area of approximately 22 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 2.5 miles and the furthest edge located 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School's student population of 319 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
319 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School 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 Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School is 0.66, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2246 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
29%
16%
Black
18%
14%
White
48%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School's ranking?
Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School is ranked #2246 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School often compared to?
Hanover Area Memorial Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gna El Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School?
319 students attend Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School?
Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School offer ?
Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School part of?
Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School is part of Hanover Area School District.
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