Best Public Schools in Zip Code 16686


Summary:

The 16686 zip code area is home to 3 schools in the Tyrone Area School District, including 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the elementary and middle schools show more variation in their performance, Tyrone Area High School stands out as a consistent top performer, ranking among the best high schools in Pennsylvania.

Tyrone Area High School boasts impressive test scores, with 58.5% of 11th graders proficient or better in Algebra I, 80.2% proficient or better in Biology, and 79.5% proficient or better in Literature. The school also maintains a high 4-year graduation rate of 94.9% and a low dropout rate of 1.8%. In contrast, the elementary and middle schools in the district show more variation in their performance, with Tyrone Area Elementary School experiencing a decline in its ranking over the past few years.

The schools in the 16686 zip code area serve a population with relatively lower socioeconomic status, as evidenced by the high free/reduced lunch rates, ranging from 43.09% at the high school to 58.17% at the elementary school. However, the district appears to be managing its resources efficiently, with low spending per student and student-teacher ratios, suggesting a focus on providing quality education despite the challenges faced by the community.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

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