Summary:
The city of Alexandria, Pennsylvania is home to two schools - Juniata Valley Junior/Senior High School and Juniata Valley Elementary School, both part of the Juniata Valley School District. While the high school serves grades 6-12 with 386 students, the elementary school caters to grades K-5 with 322 students.
Juniata Valley Junior/Senior High School stands out with a strong 87.5% four-year graduation rate and a low 1.6% dropout rate, despite its relatively low statewide ranking (516th out of 686). However, the school's test scores are generally below the state averages, particularly in math. In contrast, Juniata Valley Elementary School excels in science, with significantly higher proficiency rates than the state average, but struggles in math and English language arts.
Both schools serve a high proportion of economically disadvantaged students, with 34.97% of high school students and 59.32% of elementary school students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. This economic disadvantage likely contributes to the schools' lower academic performance compared to the state averages. The data also suggests potential differences in resource allocation, with the elementary school spending $18,203 per student compared to the high school's $15,476 per student. Overall, the analysis highlights the need to consider the unique challenges and context facing these schools when evaluating their performance and identifying opportunities for improvement.
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