Serving 427 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 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- 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 427 students has declined by 29% 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
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
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 0.72, which is more 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
#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
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
34%
15%
Black
17%
14%
White
36%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 Sch - 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?
427 students attend Neil Armstrong #40.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Neil Armstrong #40 students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% 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 11:1, 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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