Summary:
The Northwest Area School District in Pennsylvania is home to two elementary schools: Northwest Area Intermediate School (grades 3-6) and Northwest Area Primary School (grades PK-2). These schools serve a diverse student population, with over 48% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
The standout performer in the district is the Northwest Area Intermediate School, which has consistently outperformed the district and state averages in PSSA Science proficiency, with an impressive 89.7% of students scoring proficient or better in 2023-2024. Additionally, the school has shown steady improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 962nd out of 1,534 Pennsylvania elementary schools in 2021-2022 to 837th out of 1,526 in 2023-2024.
While the Northwest Area Intermediate School has stronger academic performance, the Northwest Area Primary School has a significantly higher student-teacher ratio of 17.5 students per teacher, compared to the Intermediate School's 10 students per teacher. This difference in class size may contribute to the Intermediate School's more favorable academic outcomes. Both schools serve a population with significant economic challenges, with over 48% and 53% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, respectively.
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