Dodson El Sch vs Third Avenue El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dodson El Sch
Wilkes Barre · Public elementary · Grades K–5
522 students
Third Avenue El Sch
Kingston · Public elementary · Grades K–K
97 students
| Measure | Dodson El Sch Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania | Third Avenue El Sch Kingston, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1548 of 1,627 | #1354 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #47477 of 50,301 | #40814 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–K |
| Students | 522 | 97 |
| Enrollment | 522 | 97 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.5% | 102.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 10.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 44.5% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 24.5% |
| city | Wilkes Barre | Kingston |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Third Avenue El Sch scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.4 vs 15.3).
- •Third Avenue El Sch does better on math proficiency (24.5% vs 18%).
- •Third Avenue El Sch does better on reading proficiency (44.5% vs 35%).
- •Dodson El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.5% vs 102.1%).
- •Third Avenue El Sch does better on students per teacher (10.8 vs 20.9).
- •Dodson El Sch is the larger school with 522 students compared with 97.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Dodson El Sch better than Third Avenue El Sch?
On the Success Index (US), Third Avenue El Sch ranks higher (26.4 vs 15.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Dodson El Sch and Third Avenue El Sch?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Wilkes Barre and Kingston in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dodson El Sch: 522. Third Avenue El Sch: 97. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dodson El Sch and Third Avenue El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Dodson El Sch is 1548th of 1,627 and Third Avenue El Sch is 1354th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).