What types of schools are available in Scranton, Pennsylvania?

Scranton, Pennsylvania offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Scranton, Pennsylvania

Q: How many schools are in Scranton, Pennsylvania?

There are 17 schools in Scranton, Pennsylvania, serving 9,561 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Scranton?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Scranton, Pennsylvania, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 17 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

9,561

Total Students

Across Scranton

12.6:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

17 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)14 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)2 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,815 students at Scranton Hs.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

William Prescott #38

publicelementaryK-4

Prescott Avenue & Myrtle St, Scranton, PA 18510

Career Technology Center Of Lackawanna County

publichighGrade 9-12

3201 Rockwell Avenue, Scranton, PA 18508

West Scranton Intrmd Sch

publicmiddleGrade 5-8

1401 Fellows St, Scranton, PA 18504

63 Munchak Way, Scranton, PA 18510

1201 Luzerne St, Scranton, PA 18504

publicmiddleGrade 5-8

721 Adams Ave, Scranton, PA 18510

South Scranton Intrmd Sch

publicmiddleGrade 5-8

355 Maple St, Scranton, PA 18505

1000 North Everett Avenue, Scranton, PA 18504

700 Orchard St, Scranton, PA 18505

Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence Cs

charter schoolmiddleK-8

1615 East Elm Street, Scranton, PA 18505

N Lincoln Ave & Clearview St, Scranton, PA 18508

1100 Eynon St, Scranton, PA 18504

Prospect Ave & Saginaw St, Scranton, PA 18505

North Sumner Ave & Swetland St, Scranton, PA 18504

1111 S Irving Ave, Scranton, PA 18505

927 Capouse Ave, Scranton, PA 18509

1824 Boulevard Ave, Scranton, PA 18509

Detailed Overview of Schools in Scranton

Scranton, Pennsylvania is home to 17 schools serving over 9,561 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Scranton, Pennsylvania?

There are 17 schools in Scranton, serving 9,561 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Scranton?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Scranton include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Scranton?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Scranton is 12.6:1.

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