Best Public Schools in Jeannette, PA


Summary:

The city of Jeannette, Pennsylvania is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The schools in this area show a stark contrast in academic performance, with some schools consistently ranking among the top in the state while others lag behind.

The standout schools in Jeannette are McCullough Elementary School, which ranks in the top elementary schools in Pennsylvania, and Penn Middle School, which is in the top 5% of middle schools statewide. These schools have significantly higher test scores than the state and district averages, particularly in math and science. In contrast, the schools in the Jeannette City School District lag behind, with proficiency rates well below the state average.

The data reveals that the schools in the Penn-Trafford School District, such as McCullough Elementary and Penn Middle School, consistently outperform the Jeannette City schools. This may be due to socioeconomic factors, as the Jeannette City schools have much higher rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage in the district. Additionally, the Jeannette City schools spend significantly more per student, yet their academic results are much weaker, raising questions about the efficient allocation of resources.








Cities Near Jeannette

See the top PA Pennsylvania cities

SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





Diagnostics
y-SD2L3_42__Jeannette___3_13_011110011__ retrieved from Database in 75 milliseconds.