Bangor Area School District

The Bangor Area School District in Pennsylvania consists of 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The district's schools generally perform above the state average on standardized tests, with some standout performers like Bangor Area High School and Washington Elementary School.

Bangor Area High School is a consistent top performer, ranking in the top half of Pennsylvania high schools with a 4-star rating. It boasts strong test scores, with over 50% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in Keystone Exams, and a low dropout rate of 1.6%. In contrast, DeFranco Elementary School has seen a decline in its ranking, from 4 stars to 3 stars over the past few years, indicating some variation in middle school performance within the district.

Washington Elementary School stands out with its exceptional PSSA test scores, particularly in Math and Science, suggesting the district is doing an excellent job at the elementary level. The district also invests heavily in its schools, spending between $16,741 and $18,108 per student, which could be a contributing factor to the overall strong performance of the schools in the Bangor Area School District.