Heights/Murray El Sch
838 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Heights-Murray Elementary School is a public school located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, serving as part of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District. The school provides a foundational educational environment for students in the elementary grades, focusing on core academic subjects such as reading, mathematics, science, and social studies. As a community-centered institution, it strives to prepare its diverse student body for future academic success by fostering a supportive learning atmosphere that emphasizes both intellectual growth and character development.
The school operates under the broader mission of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District, which prioritizes technological integration, student safety, and equitable access to educational resources. Beyond the standard curriculum, Heights-Murray Elementary typically engages students through various school activities, parent-teacher partnerships, and district-wide initiatives designed to improve literacy and student performance. By maintaining a structured and collaborative environment, the school serves as a vital resource for the families of Wilkes-Barre, helping children build the necessary skills to transition effectively into middle school.
The school operates under the broader mission of the Wilkes-Barre Area School District, which prioritizes technological integration, student safety, and equitable access to educational resources. Beyond the standard curriculum, Heights-Murray Elementary typically engages students through various school activities, parent-teacher partnerships, and district-wide initiatives designed to improve literacy and student performance. By maintaining a structured and collaborative environment, the school serves as a vital resource for the families of Wilkes-Barre, helping children build the necessary skills to transition effectively into middle school.
838
Total Students
49.7
Full-Time Teachers
16.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 95 |
| Hispanic | 506 |
| Black | 151 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 78 |
| American Indian | 5 |
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Hispanic506 (60.4%)
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Black151 (18.0%)
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White95 (11.3%)
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Two or More78 (9.3%)
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American Indian5 (0.6%)
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Asian3 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Wilkes-Barre Area SD |
| Phone: | (570)826-7256 |
| Website: | http://www.wbasd.k12.pa.us/heightsmurrayelementary_home.aspx |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 838 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 49.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
159
Grade 1
152
Grade 2
151
Grade 3
135
Grade 4
103
Grade 5
138
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 159 |
| Grade 1 | 152 |
| Grade 2 | 151 |
| Grade 3 | 135 |
| Grade 4 | 103 |
| Grade 5 | 138 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 439 | 52.4% |
| Male | 399 | 47.6% |
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