Summary:
The 17522 zip code area is home to two middle schools, Ephrata Middle School and Ephrata Intermediate School, both part of the Ephrata Area School District. These schools serve students in grades 5-8 and demonstrate consistent academic performance, with test scores generally on par with or slightly below district and state averages.
Both Ephrata Middle School and Ephrata Intermediate School have relatively low dropout rates of 1.6%, lower than the state average. However, the schools serve a high proportion of economically disadvantaged students, with free and reduced lunch rates over 50%. To support these students, the district allocates significant resources, spending over $15,000 per student and maintaining smaller class sizes with student-teacher ratios below the state average.
Overall, the Ephrata middle schools appear to be providing a solid educational foundation for their students, with a focus on resource allocation and individualized attention. While test scores are not exceptional, the schools maintain consistent performance across grade levels. Continued collaboration and data-driven decision-making within the district could help these schools further improve and address the unique needs of their economically disadvantaged student population.
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