Heights/Murray El Sch
837 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Heights-Murray Elementary School is a public school located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, serving as part of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District. The school provides a foundational educational environment for students in the elementary grades, focusing on core academic subjects such as reading, mathematics, science, and social studies. As a community-centered institution, it strives to prepare its diverse student body for future academic success by fostering a supportive learning atmosphere that emphasizes both intellectual growth and character development.
The school operates under the broader mission of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District, which prioritizes technological integration, student safety, and equitable access to educational resources. Beyond the standard curriculum, Heights-Murray Elementary typically engages students through various school activities, parent-teacher partnerships, and district-wide initiatives designed to improve literacy and student performance. By maintaining a structured and collaborative environment, the school serves as a vital resource for the families of Wilkes-Barre, helping children build the necessary skills to transition effectively into middle school.
The school operates under the broader mission of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District, which prioritizes technological integration, student safety, and equitable access to educational resources. Beyond the standard curriculum, Heights-Murray Elementary typically engages students through various school activities, parent-teacher partnerships, and district-wide initiatives designed to improve literacy and student performance. By maintaining a structured and collaborative environment, the school serves as a vital resource for the families of Wilkes-Barre, helping children build the necessary skills to transition effectively into middle school.
837
Total Students
44.7
Full-Time Teachers
18.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 113 |
| Hispanic | 467 |
| Black | 171 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More | 80 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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Hispanic467 (55.8 %)
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Black171 (20.4 %)
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White113 (13.5 %)
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Two or More80 (9.6 %)
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Asian4 (0.5 %)
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American Indian2 (0.2 %)
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: | Wilkes-Barre Area SD |
| Phone: | (570)826-7256 |
| Website: | http://www.wbasd.k12.pa.us/heightsmurrayelementary_home.aspx |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 837 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 44.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
166
Grade 1
143
Grade 2
103
Grade 3
137
Grade 4
141
Grade 5
147
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 166 |
| Grade 1 | 143 |
| Grade 2 | 103 |
| Grade 3 | 137 |
| Grade 4 | 141 |
| Grade 5 | 147 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 437 | 52.2% |
| Male | 400 | 47.8% |
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