Summary:
The 18202 zip code area in Hazleton, Pennsylvania is home to 4 schools serving grades K-12, all part of the Hazleton Area School District. These schools include 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, with a focus on addressing the needs of a high-poverty student population.
Among the standout schools in this area, West Hazleton El/Middle School stands out with the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts across all grade levels, outperforming both the district and state averages. In contrast, the schools in this area generally perform below state averages on standardized tests, with Hazleton Area High School's 87.9% four-year graduation rate falling below the state average.
Funding disparities within the district are also evident, with per-student spending ranging from $9,246 at Maple Manor El/Middle School to $15,437 at Hazle Township Early Learning Center, which also has the lowest student-teacher ratio. These differences in resources and funding may contribute to the varying academic outcomes observed across the schools in this area.
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