Summary:
The 17049 zip code is home to a single school, East Juniata Junior/Senior High School, which serves grades 7-12 and is part of the Juniata County School District. While the school's performance on standardized tests is mixed compared to district and state averages, with lower proficiency rates in PSSA Math and Keystone Algebra I, it performs on par or slightly above in PSSA Science and Keystone Literature. The school's four-year graduation rate is slightly lower than the state average, and its dropout rate is slightly higher.
Demographic and socioeconomic factors may play a role in the school's performance, as it has a relatively high percentage of students (48.28%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a higher proportion of students from low-income families. However, the school's student-teacher ratio of 11.5 is slightly lower than the state average, suggesting a relatively favorable learning environment. Additionally, the school's per-student spending for the 2021-2022 school year was $13,890, which is higher than the state average.
The fluctuating statewide rank of East Juniata Junior/Senior High School over the past few years suggests that its performance may be variable, and the school could benefit from a more consistent and sustained improvement strategy. While the school faces challenges in certain academic areas, it also has strengths that could be leveraged to support overall improvement. Addressing the impact of socioeconomic factors on student outcomes and targeting interventions in areas of lower performance could be key focus areas for the school and district.
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