Summary:
The city of New Kensington, Pennsylvania is home to 3 schools, including 1 elementary school, 2 high schools, and no middle schools or alternative schools. The data reveals a mix of standout schools and those facing significant academic and socioeconomic challenges.
Valley Junior/Senior High School stands out for its low graduation rate of 87.5%, which is below the state average, and consistently low test scores across various subjects, indicating serious academic deficiencies. In contrast, Northern Westmoreland Career & Technology Center has an extremely low student-teacher ratio of 0.4, suggesting a highly personalized learning environment, though its statewide ranking history shows room for improvement.
The data also highlights the socioeconomic challenges faced by the schools in this area. Martin School, the lone elementary school, has an exceptionally high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at 99.35%, indicating it serves a predominantly low-income student population. This trend is also seen at Valley Junior/Senior High School, where 89.99% of students receive free or reduced-price lunch. These socioeconomic factors can present significant challenges in terms of academic achievement and resource allocation.
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