Summary:
The 17754 zip code area is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, all part of the Loyalsock Township School District and the Montoursville Area School District. The standout school in this area is Lyter Elementary School, which ranks 57th out of 1,526 Pennsylvania elementary schools and boasts exceptional test scores, with 81.4% of students proficient or better in Math and 87.2% in English Language Arts.
Another strong performer is Donald E. Schick School, which has consistently ranked in the top third of Pennsylvania elementary schools over the past 3 years and has above-average test scores, with 57.2% proficiency in Math and 57.6% in English Language Arts. The C E McCall Middle School also demonstrates strong academic performance, with a low student-teacher ratio of 13:1.
The data suggests a correlation between higher spending per student and lower student-teacher ratios, which may contribute to the strong academic performance of some schools. However, other factors, such as school leadership, curriculum, and community engagement, also play a significant role in a school's success. The free and reduced lunch rates provide insights into the socioeconomic backgrounds of the students, with the higher rates at the middle and elementary schools indicating a potential need for additional support and resources.
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