Jeannette City School District

The Jeannette City School District consists of two schools: Jeannette McKee Elementary School and Jeannette High School. Both schools have consistently underperformed compared to state averages on key metrics such as standardized test scores, graduation rates, and dropout rates.

The data shows that both Jeannette McKee Elementary and Jeannette High School have significantly lower proficiency rates in Math and English Language Arts compared to the state averages across all grade levels. For example, in 2024-2025, the percentage of students proficient or better in PSSA Math for all grades was 27.2% at Jeannette McKee Elementary, compared to the state average of 41.7%. Similarly, the percentage of students proficient or better in PSSA English Language Arts for all grades was 34.5% at Jeannette High School, compared to the state average of 48.5%. Additionally, Jeannette High School's 4-year graduation rate of 87.9% in 2023-2024 was slightly below the state average.

Despite the higher-than-average spending per student and lower student-teacher ratios in both schools, the academic performance remains consistently low. This suggests that the district may need to re-evaluate how resources are being allocated and utilized to support student learning. Furthermore, the high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients in both schools indicate that the Jeannette City School District serves a population with significant economic challenges, which may be contributing to the low academic performance. Overall, the Jeannette City School District appears to be facing significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to its students.