Summary:
The city of Oakdale, Pennsylvania is home to three schools: two elementary schools, Donaldson Elementary School and McKee Elementary School, as well as one high school, Parkway West CTC. The data reveals that West Allegheny School District, which encompasses Donaldson and McKee Elementary, is a high-performing district, ranked 20th out of 606 school districts in Pennsylvania.
Among the three schools, Donaldson Elementary School stands out as a top performer, ranking 6th out of 1,534 elementary schools in the state. Donaldson boasts impressive test scores, with over 90% of students proficient or better in math and English Language Arts. In contrast, McKee Elementary School, while still performing well above the state average, has lower test scores and a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a more economically disadvantaged student population. The high school, Parkway West CTC, has limited information available, but its statewide ranking of 586 out of 680 high schools suggests it may not be a top-performing institution.
The data also reveals interesting differences between the two elementary schools, such as the student-to-teacher ratio and the racial makeup of the student bodies. While Donaldson Elementary has a higher student-to-teacher ratio and a larger percentage of white students, it outperforms McKee Elementary in academic measures, suggesting that factors beyond just funding and demographics may be contributing to the schools' academic outcomes.
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