Summary:
The 15226 zip code area of Pittsburgh is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 alternative school. While the schools in this area face significant challenges, with high rates of economic disadvantage among the student populations, one school stands out as a top performer - Pittsburgh Brookline K-8.
Pittsburgh Brookline K-8 has the highest overall performance on PSSA tests compared to the other schools in the area, with the highest proficiency rates in Math, Science, and English Language Arts across all grades. In contrast, the other schools in the 15226 zip code generally underperform compared to Pittsburgh School District and state averages, especially in Math. However, Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 stands out for its high proficiency rates in Science, with 73.7% of students scoring proficient or better.
The schools in this area face significant economic challenges, with most having very high free/reduced lunch rates, ranging from 97-100%. Despite this, the schools have relatively high spending per student, ranging from $25,724 to $26,160. The data suggests a need to further investigate the factors contributing to the academic performance gaps and explore ways to better support the high-needs student populations in this area.
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