Summary:
The city of Chester, Pennsylvania is home to 8 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school. While the schools in Chester face significant challenges, with generally low academic performance compared to state averages, a few standout schools demonstrate the potential for improvement.
Chester Community Charter School and Chester Charter Scholars Academy Charter School show very different academic outcomes, with the Chester Charter Scholars Academy outperforming the other Chester schools. Meanwhile, Chester High School and STEM at Showalter have 4-year graduation rates below the state average. The schools with the highest per-student spending, Toby Farms Intermediate School and Stetser Elementary School, tend to have better academic performance, suggesting the importance of adequate funding.
Overall, the data paints a picture of a school district facing major challenges, with stark disparities in performance compared to state averages. Addressing the root causes of these inequities, such as poverty and resource gaps, will be critical for improving educational outcomes for students in Chester-Upland School District and Chester Community Charter School.
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