Summary:
The city of Point Marion, Pennsylvania is home to two schools that are part of the Albert Gallatin Area School District - Albert Gallatin South Middle School and Friendship Hill Elementary School. Both schools serve a predominantly white, high-poverty student population, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
While Friendship Hill Elementary stands out for its low student-teacher ratio of 10:1, suggesting a more personalized learning environment, the school's academic performance is mixed, with strong 3rd grade Math scores but struggles in 4th and 5th grade Math. In contrast, Albert Gallatin South Middle School generally performs at or above district and state averages in PSSA Math and ELA tests, though there are some exceptions in 8th grade Math.
The data reveals that both schools face challenges in supporting their high-need student populations, with Friendship Hill Elementary spending significantly more per student ($18,714) compared to Albert Gallatin South Middle School ($14,709). Overall, the schools in Point Marion, Pennsylvania have room for improvement, as evidenced by their relatively low rankings within the state, suggesting the need for targeted interventions and support to help these students succeed.
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