New Brighton Area School District

The New Brighton Area School District in Pennsylvania consists of 3 schools: 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals that the New Brighton Area High School stands out as the highest-performing school in the district, ranking 307 out of 674 Pennsylvania high schools. It boasts a strong 93.8% four-year graduation rate and outperforms the district and state averages in Keystone Exam proficiency for Algebra I and Literature.

In contrast, the elementary and middle schools generally underperform the state averages in PSSA Math and English Language Arts proficiency, with the middle school particularly struggling in Math. However, the elementary school outperforms the state in 4th grade Science proficiency. All three schools have high rates of free and reduced lunch recipients, ranging from 80.94% at the high school to 100% at the elementary and middle schools, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges faced by the district's student population.

Despite the academic challenges, the district invests heavily in its schools, with per-student spending ranging from $16,334 at the elementary school to $20,398 at the high school. The student-teacher ratios are also low, suggesting that the district is committed to providing its students with ample resources and support. Overall, the data suggests that the New Brighton Area School District may benefit from a closer examination of its Math curriculum and instructional practices, as well as strategies to address the socioeconomic factors impacting its student population.