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Lee Park Elementary School

99 Lee Park Ave
Wilkes Barre, PA 18706
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 298 students in grades 3-4, Lee Park Elementary School 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 3-4
  • Enrollment: 298 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Bottom 50% in PA
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Lee Park Elementary School's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'

School Rankings

Lee Park Elementary School 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 Lee Park Elementary School is 0.64, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#2146 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
25-29%
38%
30-34%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
28%
15%
Black
16%
14%
White
51%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.64
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lee Park Elementary School's ranking?
Lee Park Elementary School is ranked #2146 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lee Park Elementary School?
298 students attend Lee Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Lee Park Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee Park Elementary School?
Lee Park Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lee Park Elementary School offer ?
Lee Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lee Park Elementary School part of?
Lee Park Elementary School is part of Hanover Area School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 3-4
  • Enrollment: 298 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 49%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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