Best Public Schools in Lehighton, PA


Summary:

The Lehighton, Pennsylvania area is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals a stark contrast in academic performance, with Towamensing Elementary School consistently outperforming the other schools on PSSA tests, particularly in Math and English Language Arts. In contrast, Lehighton Area Middle School lags behind the district and state averages on PSSA tests, suggesting a need for targeted interventions.

Lehighton Area High School stands out as a bright spot, with strong performance on Keystone Exams and a relatively high 4-year graduation rate. The data also highlights the varying student demographics across the schools, with Towamensing Elementary having a lower percentage of free/reduced lunch students compared to the other schools in the Lehighton Area School District.

Overall, the data suggests that factors beyond just location, such as school leadership, teaching quality, and resource allocation, play a crucial role in student outcomes within the Lehighton area. Further analysis of the factors contributing to these differences could provide valuable insights for improving educational outcomes across the district and the surrounding Palmerton Area School District.








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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.





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