Summary:
The city of Lower Burrell, Pennsylvania is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. Based on the data provided, Bon Air Elementary School stands out as the top performer in the Burrell School District, consistently outpacing the district and state averages on standardized test scores, particularly in math. In contrast, Charles A. Huston Middle School and Stewart Elementary School appear to be the weaker performers, with lower test scores and rankings compared to the district and state.
The data reveals that Burrell High School had a respectable 87.9% four-year graduation rate and a 1.4% dropout rate in 2023-2024. However, the middle and high schools in the district generally struggle, with lower test scores and rankings compared to the state. This suggests an opportunity for the Burrell School District to focus on improving student outcomes at the secondary level.
Across the schools, there are relatively high free/reduced lunch rates, ranging from 38.07% at Burrell High School to 46.61% at Bon Air Elementary, indicating a need to address socioeconomic challenges that may be impacting student learning. Additionally, the spending per student varies quite a bit, with the high school and one of the elementary schools spending significantly more than the other elementary and middle school, which the district may want to examine to ensure equitable funding across all schools.
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