Summary:
The Wilson School District in Pennsylvania is home to two middle schools: Wilson Southern Middle School and Wilson West Middle School. While both schools serve grades 6-8, the data analysis reveals that Wilson West Middle School is the standout performer in the district.
Wilson West Middle School consistently outperforms Wilson Southern Middle School and the state averages across key metrics. It ranks in the top 15% of Pennsylvania middle schools, has a 4-star rating from School Digger, and boasts impressive proficiency rates in Math (45.5%), English Language Arts (64.3%), and Science (71.9%). In contrast, Wilson Southern Middle School ranks in the middle of the pack, with a 3-star rating and lower proficiency rates.
Despite the significant performance gap between the two schools, both have similar spending per student and dropout rates lower than the state average. The higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at Wilson Southern Middle School may be a contributing factor to its lower academic performance. Nevertheless, the district's overall ranking suggests room for improvement, and the success of Wilson West Middle School presents an opportunity for the district to learn and implement best practices across all its schools.
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