Summary:
The city of West Hazleton, Pennsylvania has only one school serving students from kindergarten through 8th grade - the West Hazleton El/Middle School, which is part of the Hazleton Area School District. This school has consistently ranked in the bottom 25% of Pennsylvania elementary schools over the past 3 years, with significantly below-average performance on standardized tests compared to state averages across all grade levels and subject areas.
The West Hazleton El/Middle School has a high percentage of students (100%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population. Despite the school's higher-than-average per-student spending, its performance remains poor, suggesting that the resources may not be effectively allocated or utilized to support student learning and achievement. The school's dropout rate of 1.6% is also higher than the state average.
The data highlights the need for the Hazleton Area School District and the West Hazleton El/Middle School to implement targeted interventions and strategies to address the school's underperformance. This could include professional development for teachers, curriculum and instructional improvements, and additional support for students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Improving the quality of education at the West Hazleton El/Middle School is crucial to providing students with the best possible opportunities for academic success.
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