Best Public Schools in Lewistown, PA


Summary:

The Lewistown, Pennsylvania area is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. These schools serve students from diverse backgrounds and economic circumstances, with varying levels of academic performance and resource allocation.

Among the standout schools, Lewistown Elementary School stands out for its low student-teacher ratio of 9.5, potentially providing a more personalized learning environment. East Derry Elementary School also impresses with its high proficiency rates in Math (46.1%) and English Language Arts (55.4%) for 3rd-grade students, exceeding district and state averages. However, the Mifflin County High School has seen fluctuations in its statewide ranking, suggesting a need for further investigation into the factors driving this volatility.

The data also reveals that several schools, including Lewistown Intermediate School and Lewistown Elementary School, have 100% of their students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic need in the area. This, coupled with the varying student-teacher ratios across the schools, suggests that the Mifflin County School District may need to allocate resources strategically to address the unique challenges faced by its diverse student population.








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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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