Summary:
The Wilkinsburg Borough School District in Pennsylvania operates two elementary schools: Kelly Primary School and Turner Intermediate School. Both schools serve a high-poverty student population, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
The data reveals that neither school is a standout performer. Both Kelly Primary and Turner Intermediate have been ranked in the bottom 20% of Pennsylvania elementary schools for several years, indicating persistent challenges in improving student outcomes. The schools' test scores on the PSSA exams are significantly below the state averages in math and English language arts proficiency, with only 21.1% of Turner Intermediate students scoring proficient or better in math compared to the state average of 41.7%.
Despite the high spending per student at Kelly Primary ($56,693) compared to Turner Intermediate ($26,949), the schools' performance remains consistently low. The student-teacher ratios are also quite different, with Kelly Primary at 12:1 and Turner Intermediate at 8.2:1. These disparities in resources and staffing within the district raise questions about equity and the effective allocation of funds to support student learning.
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