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Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center
High School · Wilkes-Barre Area Career & Technical Center
PO Box 1699, Wilkes-barre, PA 18705
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
1.1:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
1.1:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,553 of 2,846
In Wilkes-barre
#1 of 6
public schools
Equity
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center
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About Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center
Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center is a public high school in Wilkes-barre, PA, part of Wilkes-Barre Area Career & Technical Center. Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 1.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,553 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2019).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 1.1:1 students to teachers, Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center — Students at Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: -1087%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
2862.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 8 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center Compares
See how Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 1699, Wilkes-barre, PA 18705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HOLY REDEEMER H.S. (rated 7.4/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wilkes-Barre Area SD STEM Academy (rated 7.0/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Plains), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pittston Area SHS (rated 5.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Pittston), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Wilkes-barre, see our Wilkes-barre schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AL NOOR ISLAMIC ACADEMY Wilkes-Barre | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Solomon/Plains El Sch Plains | 2.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Solomon/Plains MS Plains | 2.2 mi | 2.4 |
| Pittston Area SHS Pittston | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area SD STEM Academy Plains | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area HS Plains | 2.5 mi | 2.9 |
| Wyoming Area Primary Ctr Wyoming | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Daniel J Flood El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 2.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Dodson El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 3.0 mi | 3.6 |
| NEW STORY SCHOOL Wyoming | 3.5 mi | 7.0 |
| WILKES-BARRE ACADEMY Wilkes-Barre | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Wyoming Area Kindergarten Ctr Exeter | 4.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Wyoming Area Sec Ctr Exeter | 4.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Wyoming Area Intermediate Ctr West Pittston | 4.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Heights/Murray El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 3.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Dana El Ctr Forty Fort | 3.8 mi | 3.3 |
| JENNY LYNN FERRARO ACADEMY Kingston | 3.8 mi | — |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY Kingston | 3.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Third Avenue El Sch Kingston | 4.0 mi | 2.7 |
| HOLY REDEEMER H.S. Wilkes-Barre | 4.1 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,293
Median Home Value
$122,800
Median Rent
$1,006/mo
Population
15,595
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
21.4 min
Poverty Rate
18.8%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BAIS MENACHEM YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROG Wilkes-Barre, PA | 6.2 |
| CRAY EDUCATION CENTER New Castle, PA | 6.2 |
| NEW HOPE ACADEMY Doylestown, PA | 6.2 |
| KEYSTONE FREEDOM ACADEMY Warminster, PA | 6.4 |
| THE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Pittsburgh, PA | 6.0 |
| Delaware County Technical High School - Aston Aston, PA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center
What grades does Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center serve?
Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center?
Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center is 1.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center rank in PA?
Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center ranks #1,553 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2019).
Is Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center a charter school?
No, Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center a Title I school?
No, Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical Center?
2862.5% of students at Wilkes-barre Area Career & Technical 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
- 40
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 2862.5%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Phone
- (570) 822-4131
Resources & Links
District
Wilkes-Barre Area Career & Technical Center- District Enrollment
- 40
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $268,683
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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