Summary:
The 15025 zip code area is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 3 high schools, and no middle schools or alternative schools. The schools in this area demonstrate a stark contrast in academic performance, with Thomas Jefferson High School and Jefferson Hills Intermediate School consistently ranking among the top schools in Pennsylvania, while Clairton Middle School/High School and Clairton Elementary School struggle with low proficiency rates and rankings.
Thomas Jefferson High School stands out as a top-performing school, ranking 67th out of 674 Pennsylvania high schools and consistently earning high ratings. The school boasts impressive academic achievements, with 90% proficiency in Literature, 72.7% in Biology, and 40.2% in Algebra I on the Keystone Exams, significantly outperforming the state average. In contrast, Clairton Middle School/High School and Clairton Elementary School struggle, with proficiency rates well below the state and district averages.
The data suggests that socioeconomic factors may play a significant role in student outcomes, as Clairton Middle School/High School and Clairton Elementary School have significantly higher percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, which is often associated with lower academic achievement. Additionally, the racial makeup of the schools varies, with Thomas Jefferson High School and Jefferson Hills Intermediate School having predominantly white student populations, while Clairton Middle School/High School and Clairton Elementary School have majority African American student populations.
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