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Jefferson Elementary School

North Pocono SD · Lackawanna County · 825 Lions Rd, Lake Ariel, PA 18436.0

(570)689-2656

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10/10
#121
Rank 121 out of 1,545
Top 8%
English Language Arts10/10 · #117 · 92nd percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #153 · 90th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the quiet, lake-dotted countryside of Wayne County's Lake Ariel, Jefferson Elementary is one of the stronger elementary schools in Northeastern Pennsylvania, consistently ranking near the top of the state. North Pocono is a district that draws families who want that slower-paced, outdoorsy lifestyle — think Pocono Mountains proximity, tight-knit community vibes, and room to breathe — without sacrificing academic quality. Families who settle here tend to value a grounded, community-centered school experience, and Jefferson delivers that with genuinely strong results in both English and math.

Student Demographics

59 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
54 (92%)
Hispanic
4 (7%)
African American
1 (2%)

Key Indicators

Socioeconomically Disadvantaged11 (19%)
Students with Disabilities4 (7%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

239
Enrollment
17.2
Teachers (FTE)
13.9:1
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 Programs1/10 · #1537 · 3rd percentile

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