Best Public Schools in Monongahela, PA

The city of Monongahela, Pennsylvania is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals a stark contrast in performance between William Penn Elementary School, which consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in the state, and the other schools in the Ringgold School District, which lag behind in academic achievement.

William Penn Elementary School stands out as a high-performing school, with significantly higher test scores in math and English language arts compared to the district and state averages. In contrast, the Ringgold Elementary School South, Ringgold Middle School, and Ringgold Senior High School have lower proficiency rates, particularly in math. However, the Ringgold Senior High School does have a relatively high 4-year graduation rate and a low dropout rate.

The data suggests that socioeconomic factors may play a role in the schools' performance, as the Ringgold Elementary School South and Ringgold Middle School have higher free/reduced lunch rates. Additionally, the data shows that higher spending per student does not necessarily translate to better academic outcomes, as William Penn Elementary School, which has the highest spending per student, outperforms the other schools.