Best Public Schools in Zip Code 17901


Summary:

The 17901 zip code area is home to 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. While the schools in this area serve diverse student populations, the data reveals notable differences in academic performance and student outcomes.

Pottsville Area High School and Gillingham Charter School stand out for their strong graduation rates, with 91.5% and 88.8% of students graduating within 4 years, respectively. However, Clarke Elementary Center emerges as the top performer, consistently exceeding district and state averages in PSSA Math, Science, and English Language Arts assessments. In contrast, Gillingham Charter School struggles with PSSA Math, with only 9.7% of students proficient or better, compared to the state average of 39.3%.

The data also reveals the economic challenges faced by the schools in this area, with Gillingham Charter School and Clarke Elementary Center serving high-need student populations, with 100% and 70.31% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, respectively. While Gillingham Charter School spends the most per student at $18,274, its academic performance lags behind the other schools, suggesting the need for more effective resource allocation and targeted interventions to address the learning gaps.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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