Best Public Schools in Flinton, PA

The city of Flinton, Pennsylvania is home to two schools: Glendale Junior/Senior High School and Glendale Elementary School, both part of the Glendale School District. These schools serve a high-need student population, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.

Glendale Elementary School stands out for its consistently high test scores, with 48.7% to 79.4% of students proficient or better in PSSA Math and 50.6% to 56.5% proficient or better in PSSA English Language Arts, generally exceeding district and state averages. In contrast, Glendale Junior/Senior High School has a strong performance on Keystone Exams, with 56.7% proficient or better in Algebra I, 44.8% in Biology, and 74.6% in Literature, all above state averages.

Both schools have relatively small enrollments, with Glendale Junior/Senior High School serving 346 students and Glendale Elementary School serving 325 students. They also have low student-teacher ratios, with Glendale Junior/Senior High School at 10.4 and Glendale Elementary School at 9.3, suggesting the potential for more personalized attention and support for students. However, the schools' fluctuating statewide rankings and ratings highlight the need for consistent and sustained improvement efforts to maintain and enhance their academic standing.