Serving 697 students in grades 7-8, Pocono Mountain West Junior High 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 19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 697 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Pocono Mountain West Junior High School serves the western part of its school district in Pocono Summit, PA, covering an area of approximately 174.5 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.2 miles to the zone's edge, and the furthest point being 11.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pocono Mountain West Junior High School's student population of 697 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
697 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
School Rankings
Pocono Mountain West Junior High 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 Pocono Mountain West Junior High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#2119 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
33%
16%
Black
30%
14%
White
32%
60%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pocono Mountain West Junior High School's ranking?
Pocono Mountain West Junior High School is ranked #2119 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pocono Mountain West Junior High School often compared to?
Pocono Mountain West Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pocono Mountain East Junior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pocono Mountain West Junior High School?
697 students attend Pocono Mountain West Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Pocono Mountain West Junior High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 30% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pocono Mountain West Junior High School?
Pocono Mountain West Junior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pocono Mountain West Junior High School offer ?
Pocono Mountain West Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pocono Mountain West Junior High School part of?
Pocono Mountain West Junior High School is part of Pocono Mountain School District.
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