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West Scranton HS — School Calendar 2026-27
High|Scranton, Pennsylvania|Scranton SD
Scranton, PA 18504
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Upcoming Events
Oct
1
Thu
PSAT WindowexamDistrict-wide
Oct
2
Fri
Interim Progress Reports (Qtr. 1)EventDistrict-wide
Oct
9
Fri
Professional Development Day #3Staff DayDistrict-wide
No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.
Oct
12
Mon
Columbus DayHolidayDistrict-wide
Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.
Oct
30
Fri
Act 80 State Mandate Early Releasehalf_dayDistrict-wide
Early dismissal times: 10:50 / 10:50 / 11:30
Oct
30
Fri
Quarter 1 Ends / Midpoint Semester 1EventDistrict-wide
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School Profile
Grades
9–12
Enrollment
1,404
Student:Teacher
13.9:1
Locale
Urban
District
Scranton SDEcon. Disadvantaged
99.4%
Phone
(570)348-3616School Statistics
Academics (SY 2020-21)
Graduation Rate
90%
Chronic Absenteeism
35.4%
SY 2019-20
Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)
AP Program
11 courses offered
115 students enrolled
Gifted & Talented
10 students enrolled
Dual Enrollment
56 students enrolled
SAT/ACT
71 test takers
Athletics
17 sports, 30 teams
726 participants
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.1:1
Worse than average in PATechnology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)
Wi-Fi
Campus-wide wireless
Fiber Internet
High-speed connection
1,317
Connected devices
Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)
Teachers (FTE)
87
100% fully certified
Counselors
5
Psychologists
0.5
Nurses
2
School Resource Officers
1
Anti-Bullying Policy
District Finance (FY 2023)
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,395
Total current expenditure
Instruction Spending
$11,429
Per pupil, classroom only
Total Revenue/Pupil
$23,605
All funding sources
Funding Sources
Federal 15%State 52%Local 33%
District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey
Community Context
Median Home Value
$221,222
+3.3% 1yr+36.1% 5yr
Scranton, PA metro area
Community Need Level
Moderate
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022
Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)
21.9%
Below 150% poverty line
4.9%
Unemployment rate
4.6%
Uninsured residents
8.7%
No HS diploma (25+)
Special Education (IDEA)
District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA
Total Students Served
2,606
Ages 3-21 under IDEA
School-Age (6-21)
2,389
Receiving special ed services
Est. % of Enrollment
100%
District rate, school may vary
Disability Categories (District)
Specific Learning Disability
899 (38%)
Other Health Impairment
383 (16%)
Autism
379 (16%)
Speech/Language Impairment
335 (14%)
Emotional Disturbance
173 (7%)
Intellectual Disability
168 (7%)
Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ
Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)
1,404
Current enrollment
Growing(+25% 5yr)Coming Up
Thu, Oct 1, 2026
PSAT Window
examFri, Oct 2, 2026
Interim Progress Reports (Qtr. 1)
EventFri, Oct 9, 2026
Professional Development Day #3
No school for students
Staff DayFull School Calendar 2026-27
Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Scranton SD. West Scranton HS follows the district calendar.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | Labor DayDistrict-wide District Closed |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | PSAT WindowDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Oct 2, 2026 | Interim Progress Reports (Qtr. 1)District-wide |
| Fri, Oct 9, 2026 | Professional Development Day #3District-wide No school for students |
| Mon, Oct 12, 2026 | Columbus DayDistrict-wide District Closed |
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 | Act 80 State Mandate Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Early dismissal times: 10:50 / 10:50 / 11:30 |
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 | Quarter 1 Ends / Midpoint Semester 1District-wide |
| Tue, Nov 3, 2026 | Election DayDistrict-wide District Closed |
| Wed, Nov 11, 2026 | Veterans DayDistrict-wide District Closed |
| Fri, Nov 13, 2026 | Early Release - Elementary OnlyDistrict-wide Elementary Only (12:25) |
| Wed, Nov 18, 2026 | Early Release - Intermediate OnlyDistrict-wide Intermediate Only (1:25) |
| Wed, Nov 25, 2026 | Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Early dismissal times: 10:50 / 10:50 / 11:30 |
| Thu, Nov 26, 2026 | Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide District Closed |
| Fri, Dec 4, 2026 | Early Release (Pep Rally Schedule)District-wide HS Keystone HIGH SCHOOL ONLY (1:20) |
| Fri, Dec 4, 2026 | Interim Progress Reports (Qtr. 2)District-wide |
| Mon, Dec 7, 2026 | Winter Keystone Exam - WAVE 1District-wide |
| Wed, Dec 23, 2026 | Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Early dismissal times: 10:50 / 10:50 / 11:30 |
| Thu, Dec 24, 2026 | Winter BreakDistrict-wide No school for students (28th, 29th & 30th); District closed (24th, 25th & 31st) |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | New Year's DayDistrict-wide District Closed |
| Mon, Jan 4, 2027 | ACCESS Testing for ELL'sDistrict-wide Window |
| Mon, Jan 4, 2027 | Winter Keystone Exam - WAVE 2District-wide Window |
| Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | Early Release (BP #2)District-wide Early dismissal times: 1:00 / 1:25 / 2:00 |
| Mon, Jan 18, 2027 | M.L. King DayDistrict-wide District Closed |
| Wed, Jan 20, 2027 | Quarter 2 Ends / End Semester 1District-wide 90-day mark |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | ACCESS Testing for ELL'sDistrict-wide Window |
| Fri, Feb 12, 2027 | Professional Development Day #4District-wide No school for students |
| Mon, Feb 15, 2027 | Presidents' DayDistrict-wide District Closed |
| Fri, Feb 26, 2027 | Interim Progress Reports (Qtr. 3)District-wide |
| Fri, Mar 12, 2027 | Early Release (BP #3)District-wide Early dismissal times: 1:00 / 1:25 / 2:00 |
| Wed, Mar 24, 2027 | Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Early dismissal times: 10:50 / 10:50 / 11:30 |
| Thu, Mar 25, 2027 | Spring BreakDistrict-wide No school for students (25th); District closed (26th & 29th) |
| Wed, Mar 31, 2027 | Quarter 3 Ends / Midpoint Semester 2District-wide |
| Fri, Apr 16, 2027 | Early Release - PSSA Building PlanDistrict-wide K-8 ELEMENTARY & INTERMEDIATE (1:00 / 2:00) |
| Mon, Apr 26, 2027 | PSSA ELA Assessment WindowDistrict-wide |
| Mon, May 3, 2027 | PSSA Math/Science Assessment WindowDistrict-wide |
| Fri, May 7, 2027 | Early Release - Keystone Building PlanDistrict-wide 9-12 HIGH SCHOOL ONLY (1:25) |
| Fri, May 7, 2027 | Interim Progress Reports (Qtr. 4)District-wide |
| Mon, May 17, 2027 | Keystone Exam - End of CourseDistrict-wide Window |
| Tue, May 18, 2027 | Professional Development Day #5 / Primary Election DayDistrict-wide No school for students |
| Fri, May 21, 2027 | Early Release (BP #4)District-wide Early dismissal times: 1:00 / 1:25 / 2:00 |
| Fri, May 28, 2027 | Memorial Day WeekendDistrict-wide No school for students (28th); District closed (31st) |
| Thu, Jun 3, 2027 | Act 80 State Mandate Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Early dismissal times: 10:50 / 10:50 / 11:30 |
| Mon, Jun 7, 2027 | Graduation / Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide Graduation #1-SHS-5 PM / Graduation #2-WSHS-7:30 PM. Last day of school for students (Early release) |
| Mon, Jun 7, 2027 | Quarter 4 Ends / End Semester 2District-wide 180-day mark |
| Thu, Jun 17, 2027 | Juneteenth (observed)District-wide District Closed |
Showing 45 events for the 2026-27 school year
Frequently Asked Questions about West Scranton HS
As of the most recent data, 1,404 students are enrolled at West Scranton HS. It is a High school within the local district.
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