Summary:
The 15146 zip code area is home to 8 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools, all part of the Gateway School District. While the district is ranked 209 out of 606 in Pennsylvania, the schools in this area show a wide range of performance, with some standouts and others struggling to meet state and district averages.
University Park Elementary School consistently ranks among the top elementary schools in Pennsylvania, with a 5-star rating and the highest proficiency rates in math, science, and English language arts compared to the other schools in the data set and the state averages. Evergreen Elementary School also performs well, with high proficiency rates, while Spectrum Charter School stands out for its 0% dropout rate, despite a low 4-year graduation rate of 22.2%.
The schools in the 15146 zip code area serve a diverse student population, with varying racial makeup and a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting a significant population of economically disadvantaged students. The data also reveals a wide range of spending per student, with Spectrum Charter School having the highest spending at $34,608 per student, and Evergreen Elementary School having the lowest at $17,396 per student. These insights highlight the importance of considering multiple factors to understand the performance and challenges faced by the schools in this area.
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