Summary:
The city of Waynesburg, Pennsylvania, is home to 6 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 3 high schools, and 0 alternative schools. The data reveals a mix of academic performance, with some standout schools like West Greene Elementary Center outperforming state and district averages, while others struggle to match statewide benchmarks.
Among the standout schools, West Greene Elementary Center excels in PSSA Math, ELA, and Science proficiency, with 91.5% of students scoring proficient or advanced in Science. However, the school also has a relatively high free/reduced lunch rate of 59.39%, indicating a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students. In contrast, Waynesburg Central High School maintains a strong 89.6% four-year graduation rate and a low 2.5% dropout rate, outperforming the state averages.
The data also reveals significant socioeconomic disparities within the Waynesburg area, with West Greene Elementary Center having a high free/reduced lunch rate compared to the low rates at the Waynesburg Central schools. Additionally, some schools, such as Waynesburg Central Elementary and Waynesburg Central High School, have seen their statewide rankings and SchoolDigger star ratings decline over the past few years, indicating a need for targeted interventions to improve performance.
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