Easton Area School District

The Easton Area School District in Pennsylvania serves 9 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district demonstrates a mix of academic performance, with some standout schools like Shawnee Elementary School and Forks Elementary School performing well above the district and state averages, while others like Paxinosa Elementary School and Cheston Elementary School struggle academically.

Across the district, there are significant performance gaps, with the higher-performing schools consistently scoring over 50% proficient or better on PSSA tests, while the lower-performing schools have only around 20-30% of students meeting proficiency. This suggests inequities in educational opportunities and resources. Additionally, the district serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, with all elementary schools having very high free/reduced lunch rates, ranging from 91.6% to 100%.

While Easton Area High School maintains a relatively low dropout rate of 1.6%, its four-year graduation rate of 87.5% is slightly below the state average. The district also faces challenges in maintaining and improving school performance, as evidenced by the declining SchoolDigger ratings of several schools over the past few years. Addressing these performance gaps and ensuring equitable distribution of resources will be crucial for the Easton Area School District moving forward.