Summary:
The 17740 zip code is home to a single middle school, Jersey Shore Area Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. As the only middle school in the area, it is the primary educational option for families in this community.
Jersey Shore Area Middle School is part of the Jersey Shore Area School District, which is ranked 253 out of 606 school districts in Pennsylvania and has a 3-star rating. The middle school's academic performance has been variable, with stronger results in English Language Arts (ELA) but weaker performance in Math compared to district and state averages. While the school's science proficiency rates for 8th grade exceed the district and state, its overall statewide ranking has fluctuated in recent years, ranging from 223 out of 873 Pennsylvania middle schools in 2024-2025 (4-star rating) to 320 out of 893 in 2022-2023 (3-star rating).
The school serves a relatively economically disadvantaged student population, with 56.82% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2023-2024. Despite this, the school appears to be well-resourced, with a low student-teacher ratio of 13:1 and per-student spending of $16,939 for the 2022-2023 school year. However, the academic outcomes do not necessarily reflect this level of investment, suggesting that the school may face unique challenges in supporting student success.
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