Summary:
The 17113 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Steelton-Highspire School District and the Central Dauphin School District. While the Tri-Community Elementary School stands out as a relatively stronger performer, the Steelton-Highspire Elementary School and Steelton-Highspire High School face significant challenges in academic achievement, graduation rates, and overall district performance.
The Steelton-Highspire School District, which includes the two Steelton-Highspire schools, is ranked 590 out of 606 school districts in Pennsylvania and is rated 0 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating that the district as a whole is performing significantly below the state average. In contrast, the Central Dauphin School District, which includes Swatara Middle School and Tri-Community Elementary School, is ranked 342 out of 606 school districts and is rated 2 out of 5 stars, suggesting better performance but still room for improvement.
The high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch across all four schools (98.7% to 100%) suggests that the schools serve a predominantly low-income student population, which may contribute to the academic challenges faced by these schools. However, the significant disparities in academic performance between the Steelton-Highspire schools and Tri-Community Elementary School, despite serving similar socioeconomic populations, highlight the importance of factors beyond just socioeconomic status, such as school leadership, teacher quality, and educational resources.
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