Summary:
The 18512 zip code area is home to two schools, Mid Valley Elementary Center and Mid Valley Secondary Center, both part of the Mid Valley School District. While the elementary school serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged population, the secondary school boasts a high graduation rate and low dropout rate, indicating positive student outcomes despite some academic challenges.
Mid Valley Elementary Center stands out for its 100% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population. However, both schools perform above the state average in PSSA Science proficiency, a notable strength. In contrast, the schools' overall academic performance in Math and ELA proficiency is below the state average, with Mid Valley Secondary Center performing slightly better than the elementary school.
The data also reveals a difference in spending per student between the two schools, with Mid Valley Secondary Center spending $15,017 per student compared to $13,923 per student at Mid Valley Elementary Center. This disparity may be an area for further exploration to understand how resources are allocated and how that impacts student outcomes. Overall, the data provides a nuanced picture of the schools in the 18512 zip code area, highlighting both strengths and areas for improvement.
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