Serving 158 students in grades 7, Tunkhannock Stem Academy 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tunkhannock Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Tunkhannock Stem Academy's student population of 158 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7
Total Students
158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Tunkhannock Stem Academy 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 Tunkhannock Stem Academy is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1925 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
1%
14%
White
96%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tunkhannock Stem Academy's ranking?
Tunkhannock Stem Academy is ranked #1925 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Tunkhannock Stem Academy?
158 students attend Tunkhannock Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Tunkhannock Stem Academy students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tunkhannock Stem Academy?
Tunkhannock Stem Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tunkhannock Stem Academy offer ?
Tunkhannock Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 7
What school district is Tunkhannock Stem Academy part of?
Tunkhannock Stem Academy is part of Tunkhannock Area School District.
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