West Scranton Intrmd Sch
820 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
School Overview
West Scranton Intermediate School is a public school located at 1401 Fellows St. in Scranton, Pennsylvania, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Scranton School District, the institution is dedicated to bridging the transition between elementary and high school, focusing on fostering academic growth and social development during these formative middle school years. The school serves the local community in the West Scranton neighborhood, providing a structured environment intended to prepare students for the rigors of secondary education.
The school’s curriculum and extracurricular offerings are designed to address the diverse needs of its student body, emphasizing both core academic subjects and personal growth. Like many schools within the Scranton district, West Scranton Intermediate strives to maintain an inclusive atmosphere that encourages student participation in various programs, sports, and community-oriented activities. By focusing on essential skill-building and collaborative learning, the school aims to ensure its students are well-equipped with the foundational knowledge required for future success at the high school level.
The school’s curriculum and extracurricular offerings are designed to address the diverse needs of its student body, emphasizing both core academic subjects and personal growth. Like many schools within the Scranton district, West Scranton Intermediate strives to maintain an inclusive atmosphere that encourages student participation in various programs, sports, and community-oriented activities. By focusing on essential skill-building and collaborative learning, the school aims to ensure its students are well-equipped with the foundational knowledge required for future success at the high school level.
820
Total Students
68.7
Full-Time Teachers
11.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 267 |
| Hispanic | 343 |
| Black | 124 |
| Asian | 26 |
| Two or More | 58 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Hispanic343 (41.8%)
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White267 (32.6%)
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Black124 (15.1%)
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Two or More58 (7.1%)
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Asian26 (3.2%)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Scranton SD |
| Phone: | (570)348-3475 |
| Grade Range: | 5th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 820 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 68.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 5
215
Grade 6
209
Grade 7
206
Grade 8
190
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 5 | 215 |
| Grade 6 | 209 |
| Grade 7 | 206 |
| Grade 8 | 190 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 399 | 48.7% |
| Male | 421 | 51.3% |
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