Below Average
#748 of 873 private schools in PA
Scranton Preparatory School
High School
1000 WYOMING AVE, Scranton, PA 18509
Enrollment
666
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
666
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#748 of 873
In Scranton
#9 of 10
public schools
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Scranton Preparatory School
High School in Scranton · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Scranton Preparatory School
Scranton Preparatory School is a private high school in Scranton, PA. Scranton Preparatory School serves approximately 666 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Scranton Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #748 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Scranton Preparatory School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
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Student Demographics
All Schools in Scranton
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Scranton Preparatory School (this school) | 4.9 |
| John Adams #4 | 2.6 |
| Northeast Intrmd Sch | 2.7 |
| Scranton HS | 6.0 |
| William Prescott #38 | 3.8 |
| Robert Morris #27 | 4.0 |
| Neil Armstrong #40 | 3.0 |
| John G Whittier #2 | 3.3 |
| Charles Sumner #18 | 3.6 |
| Isaac Tripp El Sch | 2.5 |
| South Scranton Intrmd Sch | 3.0 |
| West Scranton HS | 5.8 |
| Frances Willard #32 | 4.6 |
| McNichols Plaza | 3.1 |
| West Scranton Intrmd Sch | 2.5 |
| Career Technology Center of Lackawanna County | — |
| Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence CS | 4.5 |
| John F. Kennedy #7 | 3.8 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1000 WYOMING AVE, Scranton, PA 18509
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Scranton Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Dunmore JSHS (rated 6.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Dunmore), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Scranton HS (rated 6.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scranton, see our Scranton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| John Adams #4 Scranton | 0.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Northeast Intrmd Sch Scranton | 0.3 mi | 2.7 |
| BNOS YISROEL GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL Scranton | 0.6 mi | — |
| ST CLARE ST. PAUL SCHOOL Scranton | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| ST CLARE/SAINT PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scranton | 0.6 mi | 5.3 |
| SCRANTON HEBREW DAY SCHOOL Scranton | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| LUTHERAN ACADEMY - SCRANTON Scranton | 0.6 mi | — |
| THE LUTHERAN ACADEMY SCRANTON Scranton | 0.6 mi | — |
| BETH SHALOM ACADEMY Scranton | 0.8 mi | — |
| MONTESSORI KINDERGARTEN Scranton | 0.9 mi | — |
| William Prescott #38 Scranton | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| Robert Morris #27 Scranton | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Scranton HS Scranton | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Neil Armstrong #40 Scranton | 1.2 mi | 3.0 |
| REVIVAL BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scranton | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Dunmore El Ctr Dunmore | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| John G Whittier #2 Scranton | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| MERAKEY EDUCATION AND AUTISM CENTER Scranton | 1.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Dunmore JSHS Dunmore | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| NATIVITYMIGUEL SCHOOL OF SCRANTON Scranton | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18509 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,206
Median Home Value
$176,300
Median Rent
$991/mo
Population
13,268
College Educated
28.5%
Homeownership
47%
Avg Commute
19.6 min
Poverty Rate
18.6%
Median Age
38.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Elk Lake JSHS Springville, PA | 4.9 |
| Keystone JSHS Knox, PA | 4.9 |
| Shikellamy HS Sunbury, PA | 4.9 |
| Troy Area JSHS Troy, PA | 4.9 |
| Kensington HS Philadelphia, PA | 5.0 |
| Sayre William L MS Philadelphia, PA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Scranton Preparatory School
What grades does Scranton Preparatory School serve?
Scranton Preparatory School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Scranton Preparatory School?
Scranton Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 666 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Scranton Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Scranton Preparatory School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Scranton Preparatory School rank in PA?
Scranton Preparatory School ranks #748 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Scranton Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Scranton Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Scranton Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Scranton Preparatory School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Scranton Preparatory School a religious school?
Scranton Preparatory School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 666
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.3 hours
- Days Per Year
- 165 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Lackawanna County
- Phone
- (570) 941-7737
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