G A R MiddleSchool 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 6% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
979 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
G A R MiddleSchool ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#2541 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Asian
(20-21)n/a
4%
Hispanic
(20-21)52%
13%
Black
(20-21)21%
15%
White
(20-21)21%
63%
Hawaiian
(20-21)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(20-21)6%
5%
Eligible for Free Lunch (20-21)
89%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is G A R MiddleSchool's ranking?
G A R MiddleSchool is ranked #2541 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are G A R MiddleSchool often compared to?
G A R MiddleSchoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pittston Area MiddleSchool, Pittston Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% 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 MiddleSchool?
979 students attend G A R MiddleSchool.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of G A R MiddleSchool students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 21% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does G A R MiddleSchool offer ?
G A R MiddleSchool offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is G A R MiddleSchool part of?
G A R MiddleSchool is part of Wilkes-Barre Area SD School District.
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