Summary:
The city of Baden, Pennsylvania is home to two elementary schools: Baden Academy Charter School and State Street Elementary School. These schools serve students from diverse socioeconomic and racial backgrounds, with varying academic performance and funding levels.
Baden Academy Charter School has a relatively diverse student population, but its academic performance, as measured by PSSA test scores, is generally below the state averages across grade levels and subject areas. In contrast, State Street Elementary School has a higher percentage of white students and more mixed PSSA test scores, with some grade levels performing above the district and state averages, while others are below. However, State Street Elementary School has a 100% free/reduced lunch rate, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among its student population.
The significant difference in per-student spending between the two schools ($16,715 for Baden Academy Charter School vs. $10,054 for State Street Elementary School) may be a contributing factor to the differences in academic outcomes. Both schools have relatively low SchoolDigger ratings, suggesting a need for improvement in overall educational quality and student outcomes. These findings highlight the importance of considering multiple factors when evaluating and comparing school performance, and the need for targeted interventions and support to address the challenges faced by these schools.
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