Summary:
The city of Kittanning, Pennsylvania is home to three schools that serve students from elementary through high school: Armstrong Junior/Senior High School, West Hills Primary School, and West Hills Intermediate School. These schools, part of the Armstrong School District, demonstrate a mix of strong academic performance and socioeconomic challenges.
West Hills Primary School stands out for its exceptional academic achievement, with 62.7% of students proficient or better in PSSA Math and 63.2% proficient or better in PSSA English Language Arts, significantly outperforming the district and state averages. This is particularly impressive given that 100% of the school's students receive free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage. Meanwhile, Armstrong Junior/Senior High School excels on Keystone Exams, with 75.3% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in Keystone Literature, well above the district and state benchmarks.
The schools in Kittanning also demonstrate strong performance in other areas, such as high graduation rates, low dropout rates, and relatively low student-teacher ratios. These factors, combined with the schools' ability to maintain high academic achievement despite socioeconomic challenges, suggest a dedication to supporting student success and preparing them for future opportunities.
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