G.A.R. Memorial Junior/Senior High School was a high school located on 250 South Grant Street, in Wilkes-Barre, located in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States. G.A.R. was both a junior and senior public high school, offering education to students in grades 7–12. It was named for the Grand Army of the Republic.
Serving 1,101 students in grades 6-8, G A R Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: G A R Memorial JSHS serves the western part of Wilkes Barre, PA, covering an area of approximately 5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 1.2 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
G A R Middle School's student population of 1,101 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,101 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1925
School Calendar
School Rankings
G A R Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of G A R Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2480 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
61%
16%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
60%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
59%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wolfpack
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G A R Middle School's ranking?
G A R Middle School is ranked #2480 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are G A R Middle School often compared to?
G A R Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pittston Area Middle School, Pittston Area Sr. High School, Northwest Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend G A R Middle School?
1,101 students attend G A R Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of G A R Middle School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of G A R Middle School?
G A R Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does G A R Middle School offer ?
G A R Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is G A R Middle School part of?
G A R Middle School is part of Wilkes-Barre Area School District.
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