Summary:
The 19106 zip code area of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is home to 3 schools: 1 elementary school and 2 high schools. The standout school in this set is McCall Gen George A School, the elementary school, which consistently performs in the top 12% of Pennsylvania elementary schools and significantly outperforms the Philadelphia City School District and Pennsylvania state averages on standardized assessments.
In contrast, the two high schools in the area, Mastery Charter High School-Lenfest Campus and National Constitution Center High School, have lower performance metrics, ranking in the bottom half of Pennsylvania high schools and with lower proficiency rates on Keystone Exams compared to state averages. All three schools serve a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 98.69% to 100%.
The stark contrast in performance between the elementary school and the high schools is noteworthy, suggesting the elementary school may have effective teaching practices, curriculum, and support systems in place that could be studied and replicated at other schools. However, the high spending per student at Mastery Charter High School-Lenfest Campus does not appear to translate into better academic outcomes, highlighting the need for a deeper understanding of the factors contributing to school success in this area.
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