Summary:
The Tunkhannock, Pennsylvania area is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Tunkhannock Area School District. While the schools face socioeconomic challenges with high rates of free/reduced lunch eligibility, there are some bright spots, such as the strong graduation rate at Tunkhannock High School and the specialized focus on STEM education at Tunkhannock STEM Academy. However, the schools generally perform below state averages on key academic metrics, indicating a need for improvement in instruction and support.
Among the standout schools, Tunkhannock High School boasts a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 91.3% and a low dropout rate of 1.1%, but it performs below the state average on several academic measures, including PSSA Math, Keystone Algebra I, and Keystone Literature. The Tunkhannock Area Primary Center stands out with 100% of its students eligible for free/reduced lunch and relatively high per-student spending of $20,745, while the Tunkhannock STEM Academy has a 0% dropout rate and a lower student-teacher ratio of 19.4.
Overall, the data suggests that the Tunkhannock schools face significant socioeconomic challenges, which may be impacting academic performance. Addressing these challenges, improving instruction, and ensuring equitable resource allocation could be key priorities for the district to support student success across all schools.
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