Summary:
The 15728 zip code area is home to two schools - Penns Manor Area Junior/Senior High School and Penns Manor Area Elementary School, both part of the Penns Manor Area School District. These schools serve students from grades K-12 and demonstrate a mix of strengths and areas for improvement.
Penns Manor Area Junior/Senior High School stands out with a relatively high graduation rate of 87.5% and a low dropout rate of 1.6% for the 2022-2023 school year. The school also performs well on Keystone Exams, with proficiency rates exceeding the district and state averages in Algebra I, Biology, and Literature. However, the school's statewide ranking has fluctuated in recent years, suggesting inconsistent performance. Penns Manor Area Elementary School, on the other hand, excels in PSSA Science with 83% of students scoring proficient or better, but struggles with lower proficiency rates in PSSA Math and English Language Arts compared to the district and state.
Both schools serve a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, with free/reduced lunch rates exceeding 50%. This may present unique challenges and require targeted support and resources. Additionally, the higher spending per student at the elementary school level compared to the high school level suggests a focus on early childhood education, which could be a positive factor in the long-term academic success of the district's students.
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