Mid Valley Secondary Center

52 Underwood Rd
Scranton, PA 18512
(School attendance zone shown in map)
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 898 students in grades 7-12, Mid Valley Secondary Center 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 29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 898 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : 90-94% (Top 50% in PA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 53% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Mid Valley Secondary Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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School Overview

Mid Valley Secondary Center's student population of 898 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
898 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar

School Rankings

Mid Valley Secondary Center 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 Mid Valley Secondary Center is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#1809 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
29%
38%
53%
55%
45%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
12%
16%
Black
4%
14%
White
73%
60%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.45
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Mid Valley Secondary Center's ranking?
Mid Valley Secondary Center is ranked #1809 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Mid Valley Secondary Center often compared to?
Mid Valley Secondary Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Dunmore Jr. Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mid Valley Secondary Center?
The graduation rate of Mid Valley Secondary Center is 90-94%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mid Valley Secondary Center?
898 students attend Mid Valley Secondary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mid Valley Secondary Center students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mid Valley Secondary Center?
Mid Valley Secondary Center has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mid Valley Secondary Center offer ?
Mid Valley Secondary Center offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mid Valley Secondary Center part of?
Mid Valley Secondary Center is part of Mid Valley School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 7-12
  • Enrollment: 898 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 27%
  • : 90-94% (Top 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 29% (Btm 50%)
  • : 53% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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