Summary:
The city of Connellsville, Pennsylvania is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools (one of which is a career and technical center). The schools in this predominantly white, economically disadvantaged district face significant academic challenges, with performance generally below state averages on standardized tests.
Among the standout schools, Bullskin Elementary School shines, with the highest PSSA test scores in grades 3-5 compared to the other elementary schools and the district average. In contrast, the Connellsville Area Career & Technical Center has a very high graduation rate but lags significantly behind state averages on Keystone Exams. The district as a whole is ranked 464 out of 606 in Pennsylvania, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Across the Connellsville Area School District, 100% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating high levels of economic disadvantage that likely impact student learning and achievement. Addressing the root causes of the lower performance, particularly at the secondary level, could be an important priority for the district and the Connellsville Area Career & Technical Center.
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