Summary:
The city of Aston, Pennsylvania is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools, all part of the Penn-Delco School District except for Hilltop Elementary School, which is part of the Chichester School District. The data reveals a stark contrast in academic performance, with Hilltop Elementary and Pennell Elementary standing out as top-performing schools, while Delaware County Technical High School struggles academically.
Hilltop Elementary is the clear standout, with significantly higher proficiency rates in Math, Science, and English Language Arts compared to the district and state averages. The school's strong academic performance is likely attributed to its smaller class sizes and higher per-student spending. In contrast, Delaware County Technical High School, with its low enrollment and high free/reduced lunch rate, appears to be facing challenges that are reflected in its lower test scores.
The data also highlights the importance of early childhood education, as the elementary schools, particularly Hilltop and Pennell, demonstrate strong academic achievement that lays a solid foundation for students' future success. While funding alone does not guarantee success, the significant difference in per-student spending between Hilltop Elementary and the other schools suggests a potential link between resources and academic performance that policymakers and educators should consider addressing.
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