Summary:
The 16403 zip code area is home to two schools - Cambridge Springs Elementary School and Cambridge Springs Junior/Senior High School, both part of the Penncrest School District. While the elementary school stands out for its strong performance in English Language Arts and Science, the high school faces challenges in math proficiency compared to district and state averages.
Cambridge Springs Elementary School consistently outperforms the district and state in English Language Arts, with 57.2% of students proficient or better in 2024-2025. The school also maintains relatively high math proficiency rates, especially in the lower grades. Additionally, it boasts impressive science proficiency, with 82.4% of 4th graders proficient or better in 2023-2024. In contrast, Cambridge Springs Junior/Senior High School struggles with math proficiency, with only 29.6% of students proficient or better in 2024-2025, compared to the district and state.
Both schools face socioeconomic challenges, with over 50% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. However, the high school stands out for its strong graduation rate of 87.9% in 2023-2024, indicating effective support for students. The data also reveals differences in spending per student, with the high school spending $25,093 per student compared to the elementary school's $19,691 per student.
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