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Swiftwater Interm School

Pocono Mountain SD · Monroe County · 208 Campus Drive, Swiftwater, PA 18370.0

(570)839-7121

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4/10
#987
Rank 987 out of 1,545
Top 64%
English Language Arts4/10 · #1078 · 30th percentile
Mathematics4/10 · #944 · 39th percentile
Science6/10 · #647 · 54th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Nestled in the Pocono Mountains region of northeastern Pennsylvania, Swiftwater Intermediate sits in a community that blends outdoor recreation with suburban family life — an area popular with both longtime locals and families who've relocated from nearby metro areas. The school shows particular strength in science, which makes sense given the natural environment surrounding it, and may appeal to families who value hands-on, inquiry-based learning alongside a tight-knit community feel. For families drawn to the mountains, skiing, hiking, and a slower pace of life, this corner of Monroe County offers a lot — and Swiftwater Intermediate is a familiar, neighborhood anchor within it.

Student Demographics

705 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
372 (53%)
Hispanic
187 (27%)
African American
101 (14%)
Multiple Races
26 (4%)
Asian
14 (2%)
Other
5 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners27 (4%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged304 (43%)
Students with Disabilities130 (18%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

760
Enrollment
65.9
Teachers (FTE)
11.5:1
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 Programs2/10 · #1309 · 18th percentile

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