Summary:
Wissahickon Charter School is the sole elementary school serving grades K-8 in the Wissahickon Charter School district. With an enrollment of 930 students, the school is struggling academically, with test scores well below the state average across all grade levels and subjects. The school's statewide ranking has been declining, and it currently holds a 1 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating significant room for improvement.
Wissahickon Charter School faces several challenges, including a high dropout rate of 1.4% and a 100% rate of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting a predominantly low-income student population. Despite the school's relatively high spending per student ($21,127) and low student-teacher ratio (15.7 to 1), these investments do not appear to be translating into improved academic outcomes. The school's performance on standardized tests, such as only 12.1% of students being proficient or better in PSSA Math compared to the state average of 41.7%, is a significant concern.
Overall, the data paints a concerning picture of Wissahickon Charter School, with declining statewide rankings, low proficiency rates, and high dropout rates. While the school is investing resources in its students, the academic struggles suggest the need for a comprehensive review of the school's educational strategies and support systems to better serve its student population and improve educational outcomes.
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