Serving 204 students in grades Kindergarten-4, William Prescott #38 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: William Prescott #38 serves the east part of Scranton, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles with a typical drive to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 0.8 miles, with the furthest edge located 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
William Prescott #38's student population of 204 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
William Prescott #38 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 William Prescott #38 is 0.77, 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
#2055 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
37%
16%
Black
14%
14%
White
22%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.8%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is William Prescott #38's ranking?
William Prescott #38 is ranked #2055 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are William Prescott #38 often compared to?
William Prescott #38is often viewed alongside schools like Waverly School, John G Whittier #2 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend William Prescott #38?
204 students attend William Prescott #38.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of William Prescott #38 students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Black, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of William Prescott #38?
William Prescott #38 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does William Prescott #38 offer ?
William Prescott #38 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is William Prescott #38 part of?
William Prescott #38 is part of Scranton School District.
School Reviews
4 10/10/2025
great school,My daughter loved the 5th grade teachers.
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