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#1389 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 49% in state
West Side Career & Technology Center
High School · West Side Career & Technology Center
75 Evans Street Pringle Borough, Kingston, PA 18704
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,389 of 2,846
In Kingston
#1 of 4
public schools
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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West Side Career & Technology Center
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About West Side Career & Technology Center
West Side Career & Technology Center is a public high school in Kingston, PA, part of West Side Career & Technology Center. West Side Career & Technology Center serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. West Side Career & Technology Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,389 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for West Side Career & Technology Center show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at West Side Career & Technology Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
75% of students at West Side Career & Technology Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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West Side Career & Technology Center — Students at West Side Career & Technology Center score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
127.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How West Side Career & Technology Center Compares
See how West Side Career & Technology Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
75 Evans Street Pringle Borough, Kingston, PA 18704
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Side Career & Technology Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HOLY REDEEMER H.S. (rated 7.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GRAHAM ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Luzerne), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BAIS MENACHEM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROG (rated 6.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Kingston, see our Kingston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WYOMING VALLEY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kingston | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Luzerne | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| JENNY LYNN ELEMENTARY Kingston | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| WYOMING SEMINARY UPPER SCHOOL Kingston | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| GENESIS SCHOOL Kingston | 0.9 mi | — |
| Chester Street El Sch Kingston | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Wyoming Valley West MS Kingston | 1.3 mi | 3.0 |
| JENNY LYNN FERRARO ACADEMY Kingston | 1.2 mi | — |
| Dana El Ctr Forty Fort | 1.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Third Avenue El Sch Kingston | 1.7 mi | 2.7 |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY Kingston | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| State El Ctr Larksville | 1.8 mi | 4.2 |
| TRUCKSVILLE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Trucksville | 2.1 mi | — |
| BAIS MENACHEM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROG Wilkes-Barre | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| MILFORD E BARNES JR SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 2.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Dr David W Kistler El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| ST NICHOLAS-ST MARY'S SCHOOL Wilkes-Barre | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| HOLY REDEEMER H.S. Wilkes-Barre | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| IM BIG NOW LEARNING CENTER Shavertown | 2.6 mi | — |
| Daniel J Flood El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 2.6 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,907
Median Home Value
$154,600
Median Rent
$935/mo
Population
30,997
College Educated
29.4%
Homeownership
61.1%
Avg Commute
20.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Building 21 Allentown Allentown, PA | 6.5 |
| Fort Cherry JSHS Mc Donald, PA | 6.5 |
| HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL Dunmore, PA | 6.5 |
| Lackawanna Trail JSHS Factoryville, PA | 6.5 |
| Lankenau HS Philadelphia, PA | 6.5 |
| Lehigh Career and Technical Institute Schnecksville, PA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Side Career & Technology Center
What grades does West Side Career & Technology Center serve?
West Side Career & Technology Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend West Side Career & Technology Center?
West Side Career & Technology Center has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Side Career & Technology Center?
The student-teacher ratio at West Side Career & Technology Center is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Side Career & Technology Center rank in PA?
West Side Career & Technology Center ranks #1,389 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is West Side Career & Technology Center's MySchoolScout rating?
West Side Career & Technology Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at West Side Career & Technology Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Side Career & Technology Center has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is West Side Career & Technology Center a charter school?
No, West Side Career & Technology Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Side Career & Technology Center a Title I school?
No, West Side Career & Technology Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Side Career & Technology Center?
127.9% of students at West Side Career & Technology Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 380
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 127.9%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.5%
- Phone
- (570) 288-8493
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
West Side Career & Technology Center- District Enrollment
- 380
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,167
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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