Summary:
The Lehighton Area School District in Pennsylvania has only one middle school, Lehighton Area Middle School, which serves grades 6-8. The school has consistently underperformed compared to other middle schools in the state, ranking in the bottom half of Pennsylvania middle schools over the past two school years.
Lehighton Area Middle School's academic performance is a concern, with proficiency rates in PSSA tests falling below the state averages in Math, Science, and English Language Arts. The school's SchoolDigger rating is 2 out of 5 stars, indicating it is below average compared to other middle schools in Pennsylvania. Additionally, the school has a concerning 1.6% dropout rate, which is higher than the state average.
Despite the school's higher-than-average spending per student and smaller class sizes, the academic outcomes have not translated into better performance. The high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch suggests that the school serves a population with significant economic challenges, which may be impacting the school's academic performance. Addressing these issues through targeted interventions and support could be crucial in improving the school's performance and providing a better educational experience for its students.
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