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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 89 |
| Hispanic | 183 |
| Black | 45 |
| Asian | 25 |
| Two or More | 19 |
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Hispanic183 (50.7 %)
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White89 (24.7 %)
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Black45 (12.5 %)
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Asian25 (6.9 %)
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Two or More19 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 64 |
| Grade 1 | 82 |
| Grade 2 | 70 |
| Grade 3 | 71 |
| Grade 4 | 74 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 183 | 50.7% |
| Male | 178 | 49.3% |
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