Summary:
The 18302 zip code area is home to two elementary schools - Middle Smithfield Elementary School and Resica Elementary School, both part of the East Stroudsburg Area School District. While these schools serve the local community, they are performing below average compared to other Pennsylvania elementary schools, with both schools ranked in the bottom half statewide and earning 2-star ratings from SchoolDigger.
Academically, both Middle Smithfield and Resica Elementary Schools have lower proficiency rates in PSSA Math, English Language Arts, and Science compared to the district and state averages. However, Resica Elementary School does show slightly higher proficiency rates in some subject areas, such as 3rd and 4th grade Math and 3rd grade English Language Arts, compared to Middle Smithfield Elementary School. Both schools serve a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a significant socioeconomic challenge that may be impacting student performance.
Despite the relatively high spending per student at both schools, the data suggests that the schools may need to implement more targeted strategies and interventions to address the learning needs of their student populations and improve overall academic achievement. As part of the same school district, there may be opportunities for collaboration and the sharing of effective practices between the two schools to drive school improvement efforts.
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