Scranton School District

🏫 The Scranton School District is a large, urban public school system located in Scranton, Pennsylvania, serving the entire city within Lackawanna County. It’s one of the most diverse and economically challenged districts in northeastern Pennsylvania, yet it’s also a hub of resilience, innovation, and community pride.

📍 Location & Coverage

• Address: 425 N Washington Ave, Scranton, PA 18503
• Area Served: ~26 square miles
• Population Served: ~77,000 residents

🏫 Schools in the District

Scranton operates 15 schools: 

• Elementary Schools: Frances Willard, Neil Armstrong, Isaac Tripp, John Adams, William Prescott, etc.
• Intermediate Schools: Northeast Scranton, South Scranton, West Scranton
• High Schools: Scranton High School, West Scranton High School 

👩‍🏫 Enrollment & Staff

• Students: ~9,266 (PK–12)
• Teachers: ~669
• Student-Teacher Ratio: ~14:1

📚 Academics & Performance

• Graduation Rate: ~87%
• Reading Proficiency: ~31%
• Math Proficiency: ~13%
• Offers AP courses, gifted programs, and access to the Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County for vocational training

💰 Financials & Funding

• Annual Budget: ~$216.5 million
• Per Student Spending: ~$15,595
• Recently received a $28.4 million increase in state funding, allowing restoration of pre-K, expansion of arts/music, and creation of a new STEMM Academy

🌍 Demographics & Equity

• Minority Enrollment: ~50%
• Economically Disadvantaged: ~99.8% qualify for free/reduced lunch
• Homeless Students (2013): ~145 reported

🎓 Culture & Community

• Known for traditions like the Bell Game football rivalry between Scranton High and West Scranton High
• Offers clubs like Red Cross, Drama, and Broadcasting
• Hosts events such as career fairs, community concerts, and mental health initiatives