Summary:
The Troy Area School District in Pennsylvania operates 3 schools, including 2 elementary schools and 1 junior/senior high school. The district serves a population with significant economic challenges, as evidenced by the high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch across all schools.
Among the standout schools, Troy Intrmd School performs relatively well on PSSA science tests and has a higher percentage of students proficient or better in PSSA English Language Arts in 3rd grade compared to the district and state averages. In contrast, W R Croman Primary School serves a more economically disadvantaged population, with 50.33% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
The Troy Area Junior/Senior High School has seen a concerning decline in its statewide ranking, dropping from 261 out of 537 Pennsylvania high schools in 2020-2021 to 514 out of 674 in 2022-2023. The high school's proficiency rates on PSSA and Keystone Exams are generally below the state averages, with the largest gaps in Algebra I and Literature. This trend warrants further investigation to identify the underlying factors and develop targeted interventions to improve academic outcomes.
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