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Drums Elementary/Middle School

Hazleton Area SD · Luzerne County · 85 South Old Turnpike Road, Drums, PA 18222.0

(570)459-3111

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4/10
#1043
Rank 1043 out of 1,545
Top 67%
English Language Arts5/10 · #780 · 50th percentile
Mathematics3/10 · #1161 · 25th percentile
Science3/10 · #1042 · 26th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Drums is a small, tight-knit community in the rolling hills of Luzerne County, where neighbors tend to know each other and life moves at a quieter pace than in nearby Hazleton. Drums Elementary/Middle School serves that close community feel well, with English scores landing around the state middle mark, though math and science are areas where families may want to plan for some extra support at home or through tutoring. It could be a comfortable fit for families who value small-town roots and are actively engaged in their kids' academic journey.

Student Demographics

485 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
321 (66%)
Hispanic
132 (27%)
African American
12 (2%)
Multiple Races
12 (2%)
Other
8 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners11 (2%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged171 (35%)
Students with Disabilities52 (11%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

842
Enrollment
49.5
Teachers (FTE)
17:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #1110 · 30th percentile

18 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.