McNichols Plaza

361 Students
Elementary School K - 4th
School Overview
McNichols Plaza is a public elementary school located in the South Scranton neighborhood of Pennsylvania, serving students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Scranton School District, the school is committed to fostering a supportive academic environment that emphasizes core subjects like reading, mathematics, and science while promoting the social and emotional development of its diverse student body. The school aims to build a strong foundation for future learning by encouraging community involvement and maintaining a focus on student achievement and inclusivity.

The facility on South Irving Avenue serves as a central hub for its neighborhood, offering a structured curriculum designed to prepare children for the transition to middle school. Beyond academics, McNichols Plaza typically hosts various school events and extracurricular initiatives that engage both students and families. By prioritizing a collaborative relationship between teachers, staff, and the local community, the school strives to provide a safe and enriching space where young learners can grow, develop critical thinking skills, and reach their full academic potential.
361
Total Students
23.2
Full-Time Teachers
15.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for McNichols Plaza
Demographic Student Count
White89
Hispanic183
Black45
Asian25
Two or More19
  • Hispanic
    183 (50.7 %)
  • White
    89 (24.7 %)
  • Black
    45 (12.5 %)
  • Asian
    25 (6.9 %)
  • Two or More
    19 (5.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Scranton SD
Phone: (570)348-3685
Grade Range: K - 4th
Total Students: 361
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 23.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 64
Grade 1 82
Grade 2 70
Grade 3 71
Grade 4 74

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for McNichols Plaza
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten64
Grade 182
Grade 270
Grade 371
Grade 474
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for McNichols Plaza
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18350.7%
Male17849.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)