Tunkhannock Area SD

Nestled at 41 Philadelphia Avenue in Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania, the Tunkhannock Area School District serves as an active, traditional public school district within the greater Scranton–Wilkes-Barre metropolitan region. Set in a rural distant geographic environment, the district operates four active schools that provide a comprehensive educational pathway spanning from kindergarten through 12th grade. Serving nearly 2,000 students—with a current enrollment of 1,989—the district plays a pivotal role in delivering accessible, community-focused public education across northeastern Pennsylvania.

To foster student development and maintain smooth day-to-day operations, the district employs a dedicated workforce totaling approximately 538 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This strong organizational backbone includes an instructional core of over 302 FTE teachers, reinforced by 41 FTE instructional aides and nearly 195 FTE support staff spanning administrative, operational, and student service roles. For families, community members, and educational researchers, the Tunkhannock Area School District presents a well-resourced rural learning environment that balances tailored classroom instruction with broad institutional support.