Summary:
The city of Paradise, Pennsylvania has only one school, Paradise Elementary School, which serves students from kindergarten to 6th grade and is part of the Pequea Valley School District. While the school has a relatively high spending per student of $20,733, its academic performance, as measured by PSSA test scores, is generally below the district and state averages, particularly in math. With over 55% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, Paradise Elementary School serves a relatively high-need population, which may contribute to the lower academic performance observed.
Paradise Elementary School's statewide ranking has been in the lower half of Pennsylvania elementary schools for the past three years, indicating that it is not a top-performing school in the state. However, the school does outperform the state in science proficiency for 4th grade students. While the school's funding and resources may not be the primary factor contributing to the lower academic performance, further investigation into the specific challenges and factors affecting the school's performance would be necessary to develop targeted strategies for improvement.
Overall, the data suggests that Paradise Elementary School is a relatively low-performing school within the state of Pennsylvania, with academic achievement below district and state averages in several key areas. Parents and the community may want to closely monitor the school's progress and advocate for additional support and resources to help improve student outcomes.
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