Scranton Preparatory School

Scranton Preparatory School

Private High School | Grade 9-12
1000 Wyoming Ave,  Scranton, PA
4.3
2.9
662 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
29
Average GPA
3.63
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$16,900
Religious Affiliation
Catholic

Niche Grade

A
Academics
B+
Teachers
A
College Prep
A+
Resources/Facilities
A+
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.63
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
55
Full Time Teachers
50
Part Time Teachers
5
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
610
Verbal
640
Average ACT
29
Math
26
English
31
Reading
30
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
21
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
98%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
93.8%
Black
2.1%
Two or more races
1.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.5%
Hispanic
1.2%

School Rankings

#13 Best Catholic Schools in Pennsylvania
#20 Best HS For Athletes in Pennsylvania
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Scranton 265 Students
Penn State 168 Students
University of Pittsburgh 117 Students
Saint Joseph's University 102 Students
Villanova University 97 Students
Temple University 94 Students
Boston College 80 Students
Fordham University 80 Students
Drexel University 67 Students
Loyola University Maryland 66 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 97 Students
Business 95 Students
Psychology 66 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 62 Students
Nursing 46 Students
Political Science and Government 41 Students
Pre-Law Studies 41 Students
Finance 33 Students
Engineering 28 Students
Chemistry 27 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.3 123 Reviews
5.0 Sophomore
12/16/2024
There is nothing I would change. I love everything about school, from the extracurriculars to the academic to the faculty and staff.
4.0 Alum
7/10/2023
Best was the people I met. Worst was the amount of time I was sitting around doing nothing. I'd like to see more freedom in schedule making and less teacher absenses.
4.0 Senior
3/10/2023
Overall, a great school. Academics are harder than others schools, but the rigorous courses help you as a student in the end. Great students and faculty members. They are always wanting to help you succeed and are willing to work with you when needed.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.9 9 Reviews
5.0 parent
2/27/2023
Amazing preparation for future goals. As Freshman in college both of my kids transitioned easily .The staff at prep is like family. They genuinely care about your child, providing an excellent education while instilling virtues.
1.0 other
9/28/2021
Working at this school as a cleaner is okay. However, I feel like the staff looks at you diminishingly even though you are just doing your job. I don't see much diversity in the staff at all, which is strange for the school's area. Don't get me wrong, some of the staff is awesome, amazing, and very...
5.0 student
10/12/2017
I’m in my junior year already and I can’t believe it’s almost over. I’m gonna miss this so much. I love prep.
5.0 student
1/26/2015
Compliments from a former student, Prep gained its name for a reason. Each and every student, whether their experience good, great or bad, GRADUATES Prep a better person altogether. My experience, clouded by adolescent rage and folly, was indeed excellent. To all of my fantastic professors, whom I a...

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Scranton Preparatory School is a private Catholic school for students in grades 9-12 located at 1000 Wyoming Ave in Scranton, PA. Annual tuition is $16,900. The school has a total enrollment of 662 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Scranton Preparatory School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.63, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1250 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $140,890. Discover additional schools in the area, like Bnos Yisroel Girls High School, Holy Cross High School, Bais Yaakov Of Scranton, and more. Learn more about what Scranton has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Scranton Preparatory School.

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