Scranton School For Deaf & Hard Of Hearing

537 Venard Rd Clarks Summit, PA 18411
thescrantonschool.org

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 54 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

About the School

  • Located in Clarks Summit, PA, Scranton School For Deaf & Hard Of Hearing serves 54 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a suburban community setting.
  • Founded in 2009, this co–ed special education school operates with a student–teacher ratio of 5:1 supported by 11 teachers.
  • The school has a nonsectarian orientation and membership in other school associations, providing specialized programs for deaf and hard–of–hearing students.
  • Approximately 24% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some diversity within the school population.
  • Scranton School For Deaf & Hard Of Hearing is one of several private educational options in the Clarks Summit suburb, offering specialized services distinct from nearby PK–12 private schools.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 54 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
54 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
24%
State avg.: 27%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling

Sports

Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Bear

Frequently Asked Questions

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The application deadline for Scranton School For Deaf & Hard Of Hearing is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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