Best Public Schools in McKeesport, PA


Summary:

The city of McKeesport, Pennsylvania is home to 10 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools. The schools in this area demonstrate a stark contrast in academic performance, with some standout schools like South Allegheny Elementary School and Mt. Vernon Elementary School consistently outperforming the district and state averages, while others in the McKeesport Area School District struggle to meet proficiency standards.

The data reveals that the South Allegheny School District and its schools demonstrate stronger academic performance, with proficiency rates often exceeding 50% in various subjects and grade levels. In contrast, the McKeesport Area School District and its schools generally perform below the state averages in Keystone Exams and PSSA assessments, with proficiency rates ranging from 10-40% in most subjects and grade levels. This disparity in academic performance may be linked to factors such as the availability of educational resources and the socioeconomic status of the student population, as indicated by the high rates of free and reduced-price lunch eligibility in the McKeesport Area schools.

Despite the overall challenges faced by the McKeesport Area schools, there are some bright spots, such as the relatively strong performance of Francis McClure Elementary School. Additionally, the data for Propel Cs-McKeesport, a public charter school, shows that it is outperforming the district averages in many subject areas and grade levels, highlighting the potential for alternative educational options to drive academic improvement in the area.








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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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