Summary:
The 17406 zip code area is home to 6 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and lower-performing schools, with Sinking Springs Elementary School and Central York High School standing out as the top performers in the area.
Sinking Springs Elementary boasts impressive proficiency rates in math (57%), science (79%), and English language arts (60.6%), well above the district and state averages. In contrast, Hayshire Elementary and Kreutz Creek Elementary have lower test scores, which may be linked to their higher rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. The middle schools and Central York High School all have low dropout rates, suggesting a strong focus on student retention and support.
Overall, the data highlights the need for the Central York School District and the Eastern York School District to identify and share best practices from the high-performing schools, such as Sinking Springs Elementary, to help improve outcomes at the lower-performing schools in the area. By addressing the unique challenges faced by each school community, the districts can work to ensure all students in the 17406 zip code have access to a quality education.
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