Summary:
The 18504 zip code area of Scranton, Pennsylvania is home to 5 schools serving grades K-12, all part of the Scranton School District. While a few schools stand out, the data reveals that the schools in this area generally struggle academically, with most performing well below state averages on standardized tests.
Frances Willard #32 Elementary School is the top performer, with 40.4% of students proficient or better in Math and 40.3% in English Language Arts, compared to district and state averages. Charles Sumner #18 Elementary School also performs relatively well, with 31.9% proficient in Math and 27.5% in English Language Arts. However, the other schools, including West Scranton High School and West Scranton Intermediate School, struggle to meet state performance standards.
The data also reveals that the schools in this area serve a predominantly low-income population, with extremely high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, ranging from 99.43% to 100%. Despite the relatively high per-student spending and low student-teacher ratios, the schools continue to underperform, suggesting that simply allocating more resources may not be enough to improve outcomes. Addressing the systemic challenges within the Scranton School District will require a comprehensive, data-driven approach that focuses on identifying and implementing effective strategies for supporting student learning and development.
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