What grades does John G Whittier #2 serve?

John G Whittier #2 is a Primary school serving students in Scranton, PA. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is John G Whittier #2 located?

John G Whittier #2 is located at Scranton, PA in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John G Whittier #2?

John G Whittier #2 has a student-teacher ratio of 14.1:1.

What schools are in Scranton, PA?

Scranton, PA is served by the local school district. John G Whittier #2 is one of the Primary schools in the area.

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John G Whittier #2 — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Scranton, Pennsylvania|Scranton SD

Scranton, PA 18505

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Fri

Professional Development Day #3Staff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Oct

Mon

Columbus DayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Oct

Fri

Act 80 State Mandate Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide

Early dismissal times: 10:50 / 10:50 / 11:30

Oct

Fri

Quarter 1 Ends / Midpoint Semester 1EventDistrict-wide

Nov

Tue

Election DayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Nov

Wed

Veterans DayHolidayDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

K–4

Enrollment

452

Student:Teacher

14.1:1

Locale

Urban

District

Scranton SD

Econ. Disadvantaged

100.0%

Phone

(570)348-3690

School Statistics

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

444

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$17,395

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$11,429

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$23,605

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 15%State 52%Local 33%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$221,222

+3.3% 1yr+36.1% 5yr

Scranton, PA metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

21.9%

Below 150% poverty line

4.9%

Unemployment rate

4.6%

Uninsured residents

8.7%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,606

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,389

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

899 (38%)

Other Health Impairment

383 (16%)

Autism

379 (16%)

Speech/Language Impairment

335 (14%)

Emotional Disturbance

173 (7%)

Intellectual Disability

168 (7%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

442

Current enrollment

Declining(-36% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 9, 2026

Professional Development Day #3

No school for students

Staff Day

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Columbus Day

District Closed

Holiday

Fri, Oct 30, 2026

Act 80 State Mandate Early Release

Early dismissal times: 10:50 / 10:50 / 11:30

half_day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Scranton SD. John G Whittier #2 follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide District Closed	Holiday	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	PSAT WindowDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	Interim Progress Reports (Qtr. 1)District-wide	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	Professional Development Day #3District-wide No school for students	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Columbus DayDistrict-wide District Closed	Holiday	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	Act 80 State Mandate Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Early dismissal times: 10:50 / 10:50 / 11:30	half_day	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	Quarter 1 Ends / Midpoint Semester 1District-wide	Event	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Election DayDistrict-wide District Closed	Holiday	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	Veterans DayDistrict-wide District Closed	Holiday	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	Early Release - Elementary OnlyDistrict-wide Elementary Only (12:25)	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Early Release - Intermediate OnlyDistrict-wide Intermediate Only (1:25)	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Early dismissal times: 10:50 / 10:50 / 11:30	half_day	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide District Closed	Break	—
Fri, Dec 4, 2026	Early Release (Pep Rally Schedule)District-wide HS Keystone HIGH SCHOOL ONLY (1:20)	half_day	—
Fri, Dec 4, 2026	Interim Progress Reports (Qtr. 2)District-wide	Event	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	Winter Keystone Exam - WAVE 1District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Early dismissal times: 10:50 / 10:50 / 11:30	half_day	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide No school for students (28th, 29th & 30th); District closed (24th, 25th & 31st)	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	New Year's DayDistrict-wide District Closed	Holiday	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	ACCESS Testing for ELL'sDistrict-wide Window	exam	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Winter Keystone Exam - WAVE 2District-wide Window	exam	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	Early Release (BP #2)District-wide Early dismissal times: 1:00 / 1:25 / 2:00	half_day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	M.L. King DayDistrict-wide District Closed	Holiday	—
Wed, Jan 20, 2027	Quarter 2 Ends / End Semester 1District-wide 90-day mark	Event	—
Mon, Feb 1, 2027	ACCESS Testing for ELL'sDistrict-wide Window	exam	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	Professional Development Day #4District-wide No school for students	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' DayDistrict-wide District Closed	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 26, 2027	Interim Progress Reports (Qtr. 3)District-wide	Event	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	Early Release (BP #3)District-wide Early dismissal times: 1:00 / 1:25 / 2:00	half_day	—
Wed, Mar 24, 2027	Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Early dismissal times: 10:50 / 10:50 / 11:30	half_day	—
Thu, Mar 25, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide No school for students (25th); District closed (26th & 29th)	Break	—
Wed, Mar 31, 2027	Quarter 3 Ends / Midpoint Semester 2District-wide	Event	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	Early Release - PSSA Building PlanDistrict-wide K-8 ELEMENTARY & INTERMEDIATE (1:00 / 2:00)	half_day	—
Mon, Apr 26, 2027	PSSA ELA Assessment WindowDistrict-wide	exam	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	PSSA Math/Science Assessment WindowDistrict-wide	exam	—
Fri, May 7, 2027	Early Release - Keystone Building PlanDistrict-wide 9-12 HIGH SCHOOL ONLY (1:25)	half_day	—
Fri, May 7, 2027	Interim Progress Reports (Qtr. 4)District-wide	Event	—
Mon, May 17, 2027	Keystone Exam - End of CourseDistrict-wide Window	exam	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	Professional Development Day #5 / Primary Election DayDistrict-wide No school for students	Staff Day	—
Fri, May 21, 2027	Early Release (BP #4)District-wide Early dismissal times: 1:00 / 1:25 / 2:00	half_day	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Memorial Day WeekendDistrict-wide No school for students (28th); District closed (31st)	Break	—
Thu, Jun 3, 2027	Act 80 State Mandate Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Early dismissal times: 10:50 / 10:50 / 11:30	half_day	—
Mon, Jun 7, 2027	Graduation / Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide Graduation #1-SHS-5 PM / Graduation #2-WSHS-7:30 PM. Last day of school for students (Early release)	Event	—
Mon, Jun 7, 2027	Quarter 4 Ends / End Semester 2District-wide 180-day mark	Event	—
Thu, Jun 17, 2027	Juneteenth (observed)District-wide District Closed	Holiday	—