Average
#1136 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 40% in state
Wyoming Area Primary Ctr
Elementary School · Wyoming Area SD
55 Tenth Street, Wyoming, PA 18644
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
1st – 3rd
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
1st – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,136 of 2,846
In district
#1 of 4
Wyoming Area SD
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Wyoming Area Primary Ctr
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About Wyoming Area Primary Ctr
Wyoming Area Primary Ctr is a public elementary school in Wyoming, PA, part of Wyoming Area SD. Wyoming Area Primary Ctr serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades 1st-3rd, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wyoming Area Primary Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,136 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Wyoming Area Primary Ctr show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Wyoming Area Primary Ctr 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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Wyoming Area Primary Ctr — Students at Wyoming Area Primary Ctr score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
101.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.
How Wyoming Area Primary Ctr Compares
See how Wyoming Area Primary Ctr performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
55 Tenth Street, Wyoming, PA 18644
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wyoming Area Primary Ctr may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AL NOOR ISLAMIC ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pittston City Intrmd Ctr (rated 4.8/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Pittston), a more accessible option. Additionally, Daniel J Flood El Sch (rated 4.3/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wyoming, see our Wyoming schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEW STORY SCHOOL Wyoming | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Wyoming Area Kindergarten Ctr Exeter | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Wyoming Area Sec Ctr Exeter | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Solomon/Plains MS Plains | 2.5 mi | 2.4 |
| Solomon/Plains El Sch Plains | 2.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Dana El Ctr Forty Fort | 2.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Pittston Area SHS Pittston | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Wyoming Area Intermediate Ctr West Pittston | 2.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area SD STEM Academy Plains | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area HS Plains | 3.0 mi | 2.9 |
| AL NOOR ISLAMIC ACADEMY Wilkes-Barre | 3.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area Career & Technical Center Wilkes-Barre | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Luzerne | 3.0 mi | 7.1 |
| JENNY LYNN FERRARO ACADEMY Kingston | 3.4 mi | — |
| Daniel J Flood El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 3.9 mi | 4.3 |
| GENESIS SCHOOL Kingston | 3.7 mi | — |
| Pittston City Intrmd Ctr Pittston | 3.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Pittston Area MS Pittston | 3.6 mi | 2.5 |
| Dodson El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 4.4 mi | 3.6 |
| JENNY LYNN ELEMENTARY Kingston | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18644 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,803
Median Home Value
$167,000
Median Rent
$920/mo
Population
7,318
College Educated
33.1%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
21.7 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
48
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wyoming Area Primary Ctr
What grades does Wyoming Area Primary Ctr serve?
Wyoming Area Primary Ctr serves students in grades 1st through 3rd.
How many students attend Wyoming Area Primary Ctr?
Wyoming Area Primary Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wyoming Area Primary Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Wyoming Area Primary Ctr is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wyoming Area Primary Ctr rank in PA?
Wyoming Area Primary Ctr ranks #1,136 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Wyoming Area Primary Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Wyoming Area Primary Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Wyoming Area Primary Ctr?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wyoming Area Primary Ctr has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wyoming Area Primary Ctr a charter school?
No, Wyoming Area Primary Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wyoming Area Primary Ctr a Title I school?
No, Wyoming Area Primary Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wyoming Area Primary Ctr?
101.3% of students at Wyoming Area Primary Ctr qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 461
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 101.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.0%
- Phone
- (570) 693-1914
Resources & Links
District
Wyoming Area SD- District Enrollment
- 2,018
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,854
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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