Serving 1,486 students in grades 9-12, Pocono Mountain West High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pocono Mountain West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pocono Mountain West High School's student population of 1,486 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Pocono Mountain West High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pocono Mountain West High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1991 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
32%
15%
Black
31%
14%
White
32%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pocono Mountain West High School's ranking?
Pocono Mountain West High School is ranked #1991 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pocono Mountain West High School often compared to?
Pocono Mountain West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pocono Mountain East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pocono Mountain West High School?
The graduation rate of Pocono Mountain West High School is 94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pocono Mountain West High School?
1,486 students attend Pocono Mountain West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Pocono Mountain West High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 31% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pocono Mountain West High School?
Pocono Mountain West High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pocono Mountain West High School offer ?
Pocono Mountain West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pocono Mountain West High School part of?
Pocono Mountain West High School is part of Pocono Mountain School District.
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