Serving 442 students in grades Kindergarten-4, John G Whittier #2 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John G Whittier #2 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
John G Whittier #2's student population of 442 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
442 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Colors
Wildcats Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
John G Whittier #2 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 John G Whittier #2 is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2448 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
48%
16%
Black
13%
14%
White
20%
60%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.6%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John G Whittier #2's ranking?
John G Whittier #2 is ranked #2448 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are John G Whittier #2 often compared to?
John G Whittier #2is often viewed alongside schools like William Prescott #38, John Adams #4 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend John G Whittier #2?
442 students attend John G Whittier #2.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of John G Whittier #2 students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John G Whittier #2?
John G Whittier #2 has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does John G Whittier #2 offer ?
John G Whittier #2 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John G Whittier #2 part of?
John G Whittier #2 is part of Scranton School District.
In what neighborhood is John G Whittier #2 located?
John G Whittier #2 is located in the South Side neighborhood of Scranton, PA. There are 3 other public schools located in South Side.
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