Summary:
The Forbes Road School District in Pennsylvania operates two schools: Forbes Road Elementary School and Forbes Road Junior/Senior High School. The elementary school consistently outperforms state averages on math and science tests, while the junior/senior high school has seen a significant decline in its statewide ranking in recent years, with lower proficiency rates in math.
At the elementary school, 57.28% of students receive free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively high-need student population. However, the school's strong academic performance, particularly in PSSA math and science, suggests it is effectively supporting its students. In contrast, the junior/senior high school spends significantly more per student ($25,269) compared to the elementary school ($16,915), yet struggles with lower proficiency rates on math and Keystone Algebra I exams.
The data also reveals a concerning trend at the junior/senior high school, with its statewide ranking dropping from a top 5% school in 2018-2019 to a middle-of-the-pack school in 2022-2023. This decline, coupled with the relatively low math proficiency rates, suggests the need for a deeper investigation into the factors contributing to the school's performance issues, as well as a closer examination of the district's resource allocation to ensure equitable support for all students.
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