Summary:
The 16693 zip code area is home to two schools - Williamsburg Community Elementary School and Williamsburg Community Junior/Senior High School, both part of the Williamsburg Community School District. While the elementary school demonstrates strong academic performance, particularly in science and English language arts, the junior/senior high school has struggled in recent years, with lower proficiency rates in math and Keystone Exams.
The elementary school stands out with its impressive 94.5% proficiency rate in PSSA Science assessments, significantly higher than the state average. It also maintains consistent 3-star ratings from SchoolDigger, placing it in the top half of Pennsylvania elementary schools. In contrast, the junior/senior high school has seen a decline in its ratings, from 0 stars to 1 star, indicating a need for further investigation into the factors contributing to this trend.
Interestingly, the junior/senior high school spends more per student ($15,827) compared to the elementary school ($13,731) and has a lower student-teacher ratio of 8:1, suggesting a greater allocation of resources at the secondary level. However, this resource allocation does not seem to be translating into improved academic outcomes, highlighting the potential disconnect between resource distribution and student learning. Additionally, the higher percentage of free/reduced lunch eligibility at the elementary school may indicate a greater concentration of students from lower-income households in the lower grades, which could be an area for further exploration to understand its impact on academic performance.
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