Summary:
The city of Lansford, Pennsylvania is home to two schools: Panther Valley Junior/Senior High School and Panther Valley Intermediate School, both part of the Panther Valley School District. While the intermediate school stands out for its relatively high science proficiency, both schools face academic challenges, with significantly lower-than-average math and English language arts test scores compared to the state.
Panther Valley Intermediate School excels in science, with 67.7% of students scoring proficient or better on the PSSA Science exam, compared to the district and state averages of 52.6% and 65.8%, respectively. However, both schools struggle in math, with Panther Valley Junior/Senior High School at just 12% proficient and Panther Valley Intermediate School at 22.3% proficient, well below the state average. The high school also has a lower-than-average 4-year graduation rate of 87.5%.
Economically, the schools serve a high-need population, with both reporting very high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, over 99% at each school. This suggests the Lansford community faces significant socioeconomic challenges that may be contributing to the academic struggles. While Panther Valley Intermediate School spends more per student than the high school, the academic results do not yet reflect a substantial improvement. Overall, the data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to address the educational and socioeconomic barriers faced by students in Lansford.
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