Summary:
The 18706 zip code area is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the schools face significant socioeconomic challenges, with high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, some standout performers emerge from the data.
Lee Park Elementary School stands out for its strong academic performance, with the highest PSSA proficiency rates in Math and Science among all the schools in the area. In contrast, the other schools generally perform below state averages on standardized tests, indicating a need for improvement in academic outcomes. Funding disparities are also evident, with per-student spending ranging from $12,862 at Hanover Green Elementary to $19,537 at Lyndwood Elementary.
Despite the challenges, Hanover Area Junior/Senior High School maintains a respectable 87.5% four-year graduation rate and a low 1.6% dropout rate. However, the school has seen its statewide ranking drop from 471 out of 634 Pennsylvania high schools in 2021-2022 to 554 out of 686 in 2023-2024, indicating a relative decline in performance compared to other schools. Addressing the socioeconomic factors, improving academic outcomes, and ensuring equitable resource distribution could be key focus areas for the Hanover Area School District to support student success in this area.
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