West Scranton High School, is a community-based school in the west side neighborhood of Scranton, Pennsylvania. It is one of the oldest schools in the area, having opened to the public in 1935, first as a junior high facility and later as a high school.
Serving 1,404 students in grades 9-12, West Scranton 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 26% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Scranton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Scranton High School's student population of 1,404 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1935
Colors
White, Blue, Royal blue
School Rankings
West Scranton 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 West Scranton High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2068 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
41%
15%
Black
12%
14%
White
37%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Invader
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Scranton High School's ranking?
West Scranton High School is ranked #2068 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West Scranton High School often compared to?
West Scranton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scranton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Scranton High School?
The graduation rate of West Scranton High School is 87%, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Scranton High School?
1,404 students attend West Scranton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of West Scranton High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Scranton High School?
West Scranton High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Scranton High School offer ?
West Scranton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Scranton High School part of?
West Scranton High School is part of Scranton School District.
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