Serving 441 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Neil Armstrong #40 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Neil Armstrong #40 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Neil Armstrong #40's student population of 441 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Reach for the Stars!
School Rankings
Neil Armstrong #40 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 Neil Armstrong #40 is 0.73, 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
#2008 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
39%
16%
Black
16%
14%
White
30%
60%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Neil Armstrong #40's ranking?
Neil Armstrong #40 is ranked #2008 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Neil Armstrong #40 often compared to?
Neil Armstrong #40is often viewed alongside schools like Lakeland El School - Mayfield Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Neil Armstrong #40?
441 students attend Neil Armstrong #40.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Neil Armstrong #40 students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Neil Armstrong #40?
Neil Armstrong #40 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Neil Armstrong #40 offer ?
Neil Armstrong #40 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Neil Armstrong #40 part of?
Neil Armstrong #40 is part of Scranton School District.
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