Summary:
The Valley Grove School District in Pennsylvania is home to two schools - Valley Grove Elementary School and Rocky Grove Junior/Senior High School. While the elementary school excels in core academic areas, the high school demonstrates strong overall performance, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Rocky Grove Junior/Senior High School stands out with a 87.5% four-year graduation rate and a low 1.6% dropout rate. Its Keystone Exam proficiency rates are impressive, with 61.8% proficient or better in Algebra I, 51.7% in Biology, and 81.4% in Literature. In contrast, Valley Grove Elementary School outperforms the district and state averages in 3rd grade Math and 4th grade Science, with an overall PSSA Math proficiency of 52.5% compared to 43.3% district-wide and 40.4% statewide.
Both schools maintain similar student-teacher ratios and spending per student, suggesting an equitable distribution of resources across the district. However, the stark contrast in Math performance between the elementary and high school levels indicates a need for targeted interventions at the secondary level. The district should consider leveraging the elementary school's best practices, particularly in Science, to support improvement at the high school.
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