Serving 556 students in grades 9-12, Western Wayne High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Wayne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Western Wayne High School's student population of 556 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Western Wayne High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Wayne High School is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#660 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Wayne High School's ranking?
Western Wayne High School is ranked #660 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Western Wayne High School often compared to?
Western Wayne High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Honesdale High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Western Wayne High School?
The graduation rate of Western Wayne High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Western Wayne High School?
556 students attend Western Wayne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Western Wayne High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Wayne High School?
Western Wayne High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Western Wayne High School offer ?
Western Wayne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Western Wayne High School part of?
Western Wayne High School is part of Western Wayne SD School District.
School Reviews
5 9/27/2010
*Western Wayne HS is a small school, which proudly offers a variety of courses to help students enhance their academic needs.
*The teachers at Western Wayne care about their students and work hard to help students gain important skills for their adult lives.
*Music, art, sports, and drama are important parts of the curriculum.
*Students in Western Wayne's Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)have excelled, winning regional, state, and national recognition.
*A comprehensive high school, WW offers programs which are similar to those in technical schools. Students can choose business, wood shop, metal shop, graphics, auto shop, commercial cooking, or textile courses.
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