Summary:
The city of Newtown Square, Pennsylvania is home to two highly-ranked schools that serve students from elementary through high school - Marple Newtown Senior High School and Culbertson Elementary School. Both schools have consistently demonstrated exceptional academic performance, ranking among the top schools in the state over the past three years.
Marple Newtown Senior High School is a standout, ranking 172 out of 674 Pennsylvania high schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts a 94.9% four-year graduation rate and a low 0.6% dropout rate, along with strong academic performance with 44-70% of students proficient or better on Keystone Exams. Culbertson Elementary School is also a top performer, ranking 225 out of 1,534 Pennsylvania elementary schools and maintaining a top 15% statewide ranking for the past three years. The school's exceptional performance on PSSA tests, with 62-93% of students proficient or better across math, science, and English language arts, is particularly noteworthy.
Both schools serve a diverse student population, with a majority of white students and notable representation of Asian and multi-racial students. The schools also demonstrate a commitment to providing quality educational resources, with per-student spending exceeding the state average. While a portion of the student population comes from lower-income households, as indicated by the free/reduced lunch eligibility rates, the schools have consistently delivered high-quality education to the Newtown Square community. The Marple Newtown School District has clearly established a strong foundation for academic excellence and student success in the region.
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