Summary:
The 16150 zip code area is home to three schools - Sharpsville Area Elementary School, Sharpsville Area Senior High School, and Sharpsville Area Middle School - all part of the Sharpsville Area School District. The data reveals a standout performer in the elementary school, while the middle and high schools show mixed results that warrant closer examination.
Sharpsville Area Elementary School consistently outperforms the district and state on PSSA tests, with proficiency rates often 10-20 percentage points higher. Its strong 4th grade science proficiency, with 82% of students scoring proficient or better, is particularly noteworthy. In contrast, Sharpsville Area Middle School lags behind the district and state in PSSA Math proficiency, particularly in 8th grade, where only 18.6% of students are proficient compared to 28.6% statewide.
At the high school level, Sharpsville Area Senior High School maintains a strong 87.5% 4-year graduation rate, outperforming the state average. However, its Keystone Exam proficiency rates are mixed, with Literature outperforming the state but Algebra I underperforming. This suggests the need for a closer examination of curriculum, instruction, and support systems to ensure consistent academic achievement across all subject areas.
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