Summary:
The 17740 zip code area is home to 5 schools in the Jersey Shore Area School District, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the district as a whole performs around the state average, there are some standout schools like Avis Elementary School that demonstrate strong academic achievement.
Avis Elementary School consistently performs above the district and state averages on PSSA tests across all grade levels, with a high percentage of students proficient or better. In contrast, there is a noticeable decline in proficiency rates from elementary to Jersey Shore Area Middle School, particularly in Math, suggesting potential challenges in the transition from elementary to middle school.
The Jersey Shore Area Senior High School stands out with a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 87.5% and a low dropout rate of 1.6%. However, the elementary and middle schools have a significant percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 44.79% to 54.19%, indicating a relatively high level of economic disadvantage in the student population.
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