Greater Nanticoke Area School District

The Greater Nanticoke Area School District in Pennsylvania operates 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district serves a predominantly low-income student population, with exceptionally high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients across all schools.

The academic performance of the schools in this district is a significant concern, as they consistently score well below the state averages on standardized tests. Greater Nanticoke Area Senior High School and Greater Nanticoke Area Educational Center both rank in the bottom 25% of Pennsylvania schools, with less than 50% of students proficient in core subjects like literature, algebra, and biology. The two elementary schools, Kennedy Early Childhood Center and GNA Elementary Center, also struggle, with the latter ranking in the bottom 15% of Pennsylvania elementary schools.

While the district's spending per student is generally in line with the state average, the wide range in funding allocation, from $10,136 per student at the middle school to $15,576 per student at the high school, raises questions about the effective use of resources. Additionally, the district's high dropout rates and low graduation rates suggest that more support is needed to ensure all students in the Greater Nanticoke Area School District receive a high-quality education and have the opportunity to succeed.