Summary:
The 17074 zip code area is home to three schools - Newport Elementary School, Newport High School, and Newport Middle School - all part of the Newport School District. While the elementary school excels in science, the high school has seen a significant decline in its statewide ranking, and the middle school's performance has been inconsistent.
Newport Elementary School stands out for its exceptional performance on PSSA Science tests, with 89.6% proficiency, far exceeding the district and state averages. However, the school lags behind in PSSA Math and ELA, with only 34.9% and 41.1% proficiency, respectively. This disparity suggests the need for targeted interventions to improve overall academic achievement. In contrast, Newport High School has experienced a concerning decline, dropping from a statewide ranking of 190 out of 634 in 2021-2022 to 499 out of 674 in 2022-2023, indicating a significant drop in academic performance.
The data also reveals that both Newport Elementary School and Newport Middle School serve predominantly low-income communities, with high percentages of free/reduced lunch recipients at 59.25% and 49.57%, respectively. This suggests the need for additional resources and support to address the unique challenges faced by these schools and their students.
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