Serving 121 students in grades Kindergarten, Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69%
- Attendance Zone: Kennedy El Ctr serves the southern part of Pittston, PA, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center's student population of 121 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
121 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center is 0.36, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)60-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)60-69%
62%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 1991–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2021. Full 22-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 schools are Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center often compared to?
Wyoming Area Kindergarten Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Rice Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% PA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% PA state average).
How many students attend Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center?
121 students attend Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center?
Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center offer ?
Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center part of?
Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center is part of Wyoming Area School District.
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