Summary:
The city of Essington, Pennsylvania has just one school, Tinicum School, which serves grades 1-8 and is part of the Interboro School District. While the district as a whole is ranked 361 out of 610 in Pennsylvania and has a 2-star rating, Tinicum School appears to be a relatively strong performer in comparison.
Tinicum School stands out for its academic performance, particularly in STEM subjects. The school's math and science proficiency rates across all grades are significantly higher than the district and state averages, with especially strong performance in 3rd, 4th, and 8th grades. Tinicum School's English Language Arts proficiency rates are also above the district and state averages, with notable strengths in the upper elementary and middle school grades.
While Tinicum School's overall academic performance is commendable, the data suggests potential opportunity gaps, with lower proficiency rates in math and ELA for some grade levels, especially in the upper grades. Additionally, the high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch indicates that the school may face socioeconomic challenges that could impact student learning and achievement. However, Tinicum School's consistent 3-star rating from SchoolDigger over the past three years and its favorable student-teacher ratio of 10.9 to 1 suggest that the school is effectively supporting its students despite these challenges.
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