Summary:
Upper Darby School District in Pennsylvania has only one high school, Upper Darby Senior High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. The school's performance has declined in recent years, with its statewide ranking dropping from a 2-star rating in 2021-2022 to a 1-star rating in the current and previous school year. This suggests the school is lagging behind other high schools in Pennsylvania.
Academically, Upper Darby Senior High School struggles, with significantly lower test scores in Algebra I, Biology, and Literature compared to the state averages. Only 20.7% of 11th-grade students were proficient or better in Algebra I, 35% in Biology, and 44.9% in Literature, indicating potential academic challenges for students. Additionally, the school has a high poverty level, with 95.04% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, which can present unique challenges in terms of educational resources and support.
Despite the Upper Darby School District spending $13,470 per student, which is higher than the state average, the low test scores and declining performance suggest the resources may not be effectively utilized to improve student outcomes. Overall, the data highlights the need for further investigation and targeted interventions to address the academic and socioeconomic challenges faced by Upper Darby Senior High School.
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