Scranton High School

63 Munchak Way
Scranton, PA 18510
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Serving 1,601 students in grades 9-12, Scranton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (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 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,601 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : 86% (Btm 50% in PA)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Scranton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Scranton High School's student population of 1,601 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,601 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
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School Rankings

Scranton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scranton High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (PA)
#870 out of 2549 schools
(Top 50%)
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60-64%
38%
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<50%
55%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
4%
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Hispanic
30%
14%
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Black
13%
14%
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White
42%
63%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.71
This chart display the diversity score of Scranton High School and the public school average diversity score of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
86%
87%
This chart display graduation rate of Scranton High School and public school graduation rate of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
50%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
3%
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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 Scranton High School's ranking?
Scranton High School is ranked #870 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Scranton High School often compared to?
Scranton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Scranton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Scranton High School?
The graduation rate of Scranton High School is 86%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Scranton High School?
1,601 students attend Scranton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Scranton High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scranton High School?
Scranton High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Scranton High School offer ?
Scranton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Scranton High School part of?
Scranton High School is part of Scranton SD School District.

School Reviews

5   12/28/2009
Best Public school institution in the area. For the size and diversity represented, this school out scores most schools in the region. They have a solid dedicated team of administration and faculty.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - rab27

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,601 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 58%
  • : 86% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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