Summary:
The 15233 zip code area of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is home to 3 schools: 2 elementary schools (Manchester Academic Charter School and Pittsburgh Manchester K-8) and 1 alternative school (Pittsburgh Conroy). While the schools share some similarities, such as low dropout rates, they also exhibit stark differences in academic performance and student demographics.
Pittsburgh Conroy, the alternative school, stands out with an impressive 87.5% 4-year graduation rate and a very low student-teacher ratio of 4.7, suggesting strong individualized attention for students. However, the school's test scores are generally lower than state and district averages. In contrast, Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 has a remarkably low student-teacher ratio of 8.8 and higher spending per student at $25,944, but its academic performance is still below state and district levels, except for a relatively strong 4th grade science proficiency rate of 63.6%.
The data reveals significant differences in academic performance, with Manchester Academic Charter School consistently underperforming compared to state and district averages, particularly in math proficiency. This suggests that factors beyond just funding and resources may be contributing to the academic outcomes of these schools. Additionally, the high free/reduced lunch rates at Manchester Academic Charter School and Pittsburgh Manchester K-8, at 100% and 97.34% respectively, indicate that these schools serve a large population of students from low-income families, which may present unique challenges in providing the necessary support and resources for student success.
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