Middle Schools in Upper Darby School District

The Upper Darby School District in Pennsylvania is home to two middle schools: Beverly Hills Middle School and Drexel Hill Middle School. These schools serve students in grades 6-8 and face unique challenges, as evidenced by their academic performance and socioeconomic factors.

Based on the data, Drexel Hill Middle School appears to be the stronger performer of the two, with a higher statewide ranking, better PSSA test scores, and a lower dropout rate. However, both schools struggle with significantly lower proficiency rates compared to district and state averages, particularly in Math. This performance gap may be linked to the extremely high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at both schools, indicating they serve predominantly low-income populations.

While Drexel Hill Middle School has slightly higher per-student spending and a lower student-teacher ratio, the data suggests that socioeconomic challenges are a significant factor in the academic performance of these middle schools. Understanding and addressing these challenges will be crucial in helping to improve outcomes for students in the Upper Darby School District.