Summary:
The Avella Area School District in Pennsylvania operates two schools: Avella Elementary Center and Avella Area Junior/Senior High School. The elementary school performs relatively well on standardized tests, with 62.5% of 3rd graders proficient or better in Math and 72% in English Language Arts, compared to state averages of 51.7% and 54% respectively. However, the elementary school serves a higher percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with 57.14% receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
In contrast, the high school has a strong graduation rate of 92.3% and low dropout rate of 0.4%. It also performs well on Keystone Exams, with 69.2% of 11th graders proficient or better in Literature, compared to the state average of 65.3%. Interestingly, the high school spends significantly more per student at $25,243, compared to $18,735 at the elementary school. This disparity in spending may warrant further investigation to understand the reasons behind it.
Both schools have a predominantly white student population, with Avella Elementary Center at 94.84% and Avella Area Junior/Senior High School at 98.24% white students. This lack of racial diversity may be an area for the district to consider addressing. Overall, the Avella Area School District appears to have some strong performing schools, particularly at the elementary level, but also faces challenges related to resource allocation and socioeconomic factors that may impact student outcomes.
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