Summary:
The city of Freedom, Pennsylvania is home to 5 schools across 2 school districts, serving students from elementary through high school. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and underperforming schools in the area, with Economy Elementary School and Freedom Area Elementary School standing out as the strongest academically.
Economy Elementary consistently performs above district and state averages on standardized tests, with over 50% of students proficient or better in math, science, and English language arts. In contrast, the middle and high schools in the Ambridge Area School District struggle to reach 50% proficiency, suggesting the district may need to examine its curriculum and support systems. Meanwhile, Freedom Area Elementary also shows strong academic results, with 50-60% of students proficient or better in core subjects.
Across the schools, there is a wide range in per-student spending, from $10,508 at Economy Elementary to $20,296 at Freedom Area Elementary, yet this does not seem to directly correlate with academic performance. This suggests that factors beyond just funding, such as teaching quality and school leadership, likely play a major role in student outcomes. The data also points to the importance of early intervention, as the elementary schools significantly outperform the middle and high schools on standardized assessments.
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