Serving 890 students in grades 3-8, Hazleton El/ms 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 5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hazleton El/ms ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hazleton El/ms's student population of 890 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
890 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Hazleton El/ms 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 Hazleton El/ms is 0.22, which is less 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
#2546 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
88%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
8%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
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 Hazleton El/ms's ranking?
Hazleton El/ms is ranked #2546 out of 2,733 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Hazleton El/ms?
890 students attend Hazleton El/ms.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Hazleton El/ms students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hazleton El/ms?
Hazleton El/ms has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hazleton El/ms offer ?
Hazleton El/ms offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hazleton El/ms part of?
Hazleton El/ms is part of Hazleton Area School District.
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