Serving 367 students in grades 6-8, Western Wayne 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 25% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Western Wayne MS's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Lake Ariel, PA, encompassing approximately 168.8 square miles. The zone allows for typical drive times of 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 9.5 miles from the school to its boundary and a maximum distance of 16.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western Wayne Middle School's student population of 367 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Western Wayne 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 Western Wayne Middle School is 0.27, 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
#1561 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
10%
16%
Black
1%
14%
White
85%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Wayne Middle School's ranking?
Western Wayne Middle School is ranked #1561 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Western Wayne Middle School?
367 students attend Western Wayne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Western Wayne Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Wayne Middle School?
Western Wayne Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Western Wayne Middle School offer ?
Western Wayne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Wayne Middle School part of?
Western Wayne Middle School is part of Western Wayne School District.
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