Summary:
The 17068 zip code is home to a single elementary school, New Bloomfield Elementary School, which serves grades PK-5 and is part of the West Perry School District. With a total enrollment of 386 students, the school has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating below-average performance compared to other Pennsylvania elementary schools.
New Bloomfield Elementary School's academic performance is generally below state and district averages. In the 2024-2025 school year, the school's proficiency rates in PSSA Math and English Language Arts were 29.5% and 33.6%, respectively, compared to state averages of 41.7% and 48.5%. The school's proficiency rates in individual grade levels also lagged behind state and district averages. Additionally, the school's statewide ranking has declined over the past three years, going from 964 out of 1,534 schools in 2022-2023 to 1,150 out of 1,511 schools in 2024-2025.
Despite higher spending per student ($20,563) and a slightly lower student-teacher ratio (16.3) than the state average, the school's underperformance suggests significant challenges in effectively serving its student population, which is 100% eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Further investigation into the specific factors contributing to the school's challenges, such as teaching quality, curriculum, or resource allocation, could provide valuable insights to help improve student outcomes.
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