Dunmore School District encompasses approximately 9 square miles (23 km2).

[2] According to the Pennsylvania Budget and Policy Center, 33.8% of the district's pupils lived at 185% or below the Federal Poverty level as shown by their eligibility for the federal free or reduced price school meal programs in 2012.

High school students may choose to attend Career and Technology Center of Lackawanna County for training in the construction and mechanical trades.

The Northeastern Educational Intermediate Unit IU19 provides the district with a wide variety of services like specialized education for disabled students and hearing, speech and visual disability services and professional development for staff and faculty.

[9] The Dunmore School District offers a variety of clubs, activities and an extensive sports program.