Serving 1,139 students in grades 6-8, Wyoming Valley West 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 10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,139 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wyoming Valley West MS serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire school district in Kingston, PA, covering approximately 15.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 4.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wyoming Valley West Middle School's student population of 1,139 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,139 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wyoming Valley West 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 Wyoming Valley West Middle School is 0.66, 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
#2293 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
15%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.3%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
3%
Showing 2009–2018. Full 19-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 Wyoming Valley West Middle School's ranking?
Wyoming Valley West Middle School is ranked #2293 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wyoming Valley West Middle School?
1,139 students attend Wyoming Valley West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Wyoming Valley West Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wyoming Valley West Middle School?
Wyoming Valley West Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wyoming Valley West Middle School offer ?
Wyoming Valley West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wyoming Valley West Middle School part of?
Wyoming Valley West Middle School is part of Wyoming Valley West School District.
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