Summary:
The 15044 zip code area is home to 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school, all part of the Pine-Richland School District, except for Poff Elementary School, which is part of the Hampton Township School District. The standout schools in this area are Pine-Richland High School, ranked among the top 10 high schools in Pennsylvania, and Poff Elementary School, ranked among the top 3 elementary schools in the state.
Pine-Richland High School boasts exceptional test scores, with over 75% of students proficient or better in Keystone Exams for Algebra I, Biology, and Literature, as well as a high 4-year graduation rate of 87.5% and a low dropout rate of 1.6%. Poff Elementary School also stands out, with over 89% of students proficient or better in PSSA Math and over 93% proficient or better in PSSA English Language Arts across all grades. Eden Hall Upper Elementary School also performs well, with over 70% of students proficient or better in PSSA Math and over 78% proficient or better in PSSA English Language Arts.
While the overall performance of schools in the 15044 zip code area is strong, there are some variations in elementary school performance, with Hance Elementary School having lower test scores compared to the district and state averages. Additionally, the schools have varying percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, which may indicate potential equity concerns that warrant further investigation.
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