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Best Public Schools in Waverly, PA

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At a glance

School

307

Students

5-star school

Top rankedWaverly School49^th of 1,511 Pennsylvania elementary schools

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Biggest riser

Waverly School up 171 spots statewide this year

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Summary:

The city of Waverly, Pennsylvania is home to a single exceptional elementary school, Waverly School, which serves grades K-4 and is part of the Abington Heights School District. Waverly School has consistently ranked among the top elementary schools in Pennsylvania, placing 49th out of 1,511 schools in the 2024-2025 school year. The school's test scores are significantly higher than the state and district averages, with 88.1% of students proficient or better in PSSA Math and 79% proficient or better in PSSA English Language Arts.

Waverly School's strong academic performance is further evidenced by its low percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at just 4.18% in the 2023-2024 school year. This suggests the school serves a relatively affluent community, which may contribute to its high achievement. Additionally, the school's spending per student, at $16,165 in the 2022-2023 school year, is likely a factor in its success, as it allows for the allocation of resources to support student learning.

Overall, Waverly School stands out as an exceptional educational institution within the Abington Heights School District and the state of Pennsylvania. Its consistently high rankings, impressive test scores, and efficient resource allocation make it a standout choice for families seeking a high-quality elementary education for their children.

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Ranking:

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2025)				Ranking (2024)				PSSA Math (2025)			PSSA English Language Arts (2025)			Per Pupil Expenditures (2024)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients (2025)	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	SchoolDigger Rating (2025)	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	Rank Change from Previous Year	PSSA Math 3rd Grade	PSSA Math 4th Grade	PSSA Math All Grades	PSSA English Language Arts 3rd Grade	PSSA English Language Arts 4th Grade	PSSA English Language Arts All Grades	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Waverly School	Public	K-4	103 Waverly Rd	Waverly	18471	Lackawanna County	Abington Heights School District	No	No	No	No	(570) 585-6300	307	18	16.8	4.2%	272 (88.6%)	1 (0.3%)	12 (3.9%)	17 (5.5%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.3%)	4 (1.3%)	93.9	49^th of 1511 public elementary schools	96.8%		83.4	220^th of 1526 public elementary schools	85.6%	171	90.0	86.0	88.1	82.9	74.6	79.0	$16,960	$456	$16,505

Cities Near Waverly

City	Distance	# of Schools	Statewide Rank
Clarks Summit	2.39 mi	4	92^nd
Chinchilla	3.4 mi	1	164^th
Factoryville	5.25 mi	2	309^th
Scott Township	5.48 mi	2	222^nd
Scranton	5.53 mi	17	665^th

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.