Wayne Highlands School District

The Wayne Highlands School District in Pennsylvania operates 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district as a whole is ranked 95 out of 610 school districts in the state and is rated 4 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.

Within the district, a few schools stand out for their exceptional performance. Honesdale High School consistently ranks in the top 5% of Pennsylvania high schools, with high proficiency rates on Keystone Exams, an excellent 87.5% 4-year graduation rate, and a low 1.6% dropout rate. Damascus Area School is another standout, ranking in the top 10-15% of Pennsylvania elementary schools and boasting very high proficiency rates on the PSSA exams, particularly in math and science. Wayne Highlands Middle School also performs well, ranking in the top 10% of Pennsylvania middle schools and demonstrating strong proficiency rates on the PSSA exams, especially in English Language Arts.

Overall, the Wayne Highlands School District appears to be a high-performing district, with several schools that excel academically. The district's commitment to supporting all students, regardless of economic background, is evident in the data, as schools with higher free/reduced lunch rates still manage to achieve strong academic results.