Serving 627 students in grades 6-8, Wallenpaupack Area 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 31% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 627 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wallenpaupack Area MS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Hawley, PA, covering approximately 327.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the zone's edges ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 11.1 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum of 18.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wallenpaupack Area Middle School's student population of 627 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
627 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence for all students
School Rankings
Wallenpaupack Area 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 Wallenpaupack Area Middle School is 0.31, 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
#1409 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wallenpaupack Area Middle School's ranking?
Wallenpaupack Area Middle School is ranked #1409 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Wallenpaupack Area Middle School often compared to?
Wallenpaupack Area Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dingman-delaware Middle School, Delaware Valley Middle School, Delaware Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wallenpaupack Area Middle School?
627 students attend Wallenpaupack Area Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Wallenpaupack Area Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wallenpaupack Area Middle School?
Wallenpaupack Area Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wallenpaupack Area Middle School offer ?
Wallenpaupack Area Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wallenpaupack Area Middle School part of?
Wallenpaupack Area Middle School is part of Wallenpaupack Area School District.
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