Ellwood City Area School District

The Ellwood City Area School District in Pennsylvania operates 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district's schools demonstrate a mix of academic strengths and areas for improvement, with some standout performers and others facing challenges.

Perry Lower Intrmd School and Hartman Intrmd School stand out for their strong performance on PSSA tests, outpacing the district and state averages in both Math and English Language Arts. Perry Lower Intrmd School, in particular, excels in PSSA Science, with 85% proficiency in 4th grade. In contrast, Lincoln Junior/Senior High School struggles to match the district and state's performance in most subject areas, with lower graduation rates and higher dropout rates.

Across the district, schools face challenges related to socioeconomic factors, with high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. Spending per student and student-teacher ratios also vary, which may contribute to the disparities in academic performance. The district's focus on academic excellence in the earlier grades is a positive sign, but more work is needed to ensure all students, including those at the high school level, receive a high-quality education and have the support they need to succeed.