Below Average
#2424 of 2,846 schools in PA
Wyoming Area Sec Ctr
High School · Wyoming Area SD
252 Memorial St, Exeter, PA 18643
Enrollment
951
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
951
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
4.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,424 of 2,846
In Exeter
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Wyoming Area SD
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Wyoming Area Sec Ctr
High School in Exeter · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wyoming Area Sec Ctr
Wyoming Area Sec Ctr is a public high school in Exeter, PA, part of Wyoming Area SD. Wyoming Area Sec Ctr serves approximately 951 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wyoming Area Sec Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,424 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Wyoming Area Sec Ctr show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Wyoming Area Sec 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 Sec Ctr — Students at Wyoming Area Sec Ctr score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 2.6/10.
How Wyoming Area Sec Ctr Compares
See how Wyoming Area Sec Ctr 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
252 Memorial St, Exeter, PA 18643
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wyoming Area Sec Ctr may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GRAHAM ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Luzerne), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wilkes-Barre Area SD STEM Academy (rated 7.0/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Plains), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wilkes-Barre Area Career & Technical Center (rated 6.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Wilkes-Barre), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Exeter, see our Exeter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming Area Kindergarten Ctr Exeter | 0.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Wyoming Area Intermediate Ctr West Pittston | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Pittston Area SHS Pittston | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Wyoming Area Primary Ctr Wyoming | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Pittston City Intrmd Ctr Pittston | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Pittston Area MS Pittston | 1.8 mi | 2.5 |
| Martin F Quinn Pittston Area Primary Ctr Pittston | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| NEW STORY SCHOOL Wyoming | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| HOLY ROSARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Duryea | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area Career & Technical Center Wilkes-Barre | 4.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Solomon/Plains MS Plains | 4.0 mi | 2.4 |
| Solomon/Plains El Sch Plains | 4.1 mi | 4.1 |
| AL NOOR ISLAMIC ACADEMY Wilkes-Barre | 4.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area SD STEM Academy Plains | 4.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Wilkes-Barre Area HS Plains | 4.6 mi | 2.9 |
| Dana El Ctr Forty Fort | 4.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Old Forge JSHS Old Forge | 4.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Old Forge El Sch Old Forge | 4.9 mi | 5.2 |
| GRAHAM ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Luzerne | 4.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Daniel J Flood El Sch Wilkes-Barre | 5.5 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 18643 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,685
Median Home Value
$156,900
Median Rent
$956/mo
Population
12,683
College Educated
25.5%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
44.8
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|---|---|
| Mastery CHS-Lenfest Campus Philadelphia, PA | 4.3 |
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| Pottstown HS Pottstown, PA | 4.3 |
| West Philadelphia HS Philadelphia, PA | 4.3 |
| 21st Century Cyber CS West Chester, PA | 4.2 |
| Edison HS/Fareira Skills Philadelphia, PA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wyoming Area Sec Ctr
What grades does Wyoming Area Sec Ctr serve?
Wyoming Area Sec Ctr serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Wyoming Area Sec Ctr?
Wyoming Area Sec Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 951 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wyoming Area Sec Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Wyoming Area Sec Ctr is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wyoming Area Sec Ctr rank in PA?
Wyoming Area Sec Ctr ranks #2,424 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Wyoming Area Sec Ctr's MySchoolScout rating?
Wyoming Area Sec Ctr has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Sec Ctr?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wyoming Area Sec Ctr has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wyoming Area Sec Ctr a charter school?
No, Wyoming Area Sec Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wyoming Area Sec Ctr a Title I school?
No, Wyoming Area Sec Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wyoming Area Sec Ctr?
100.2% of students at Wyoming Area Sec 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 951
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 66
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Luzerne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.8%
- Phone
- (570) 655-2836
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Wyoming Area SD- District Enrollment
- 2,018
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,854
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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