1. Geographic Analysis - Location of
Areas of High Risk for HS Dropout
Allentown, PA
Allentown School District
David F. Zimmerman / dfz1@columbia.edu

2. David F. Zimmerman / dfz1@columbia.edu

3. Methodology
• Source of all data - US Census Bureau, 2007 –
2011 American Community Survey Five (5)
Year Estimates
• IOC - Index of concentration. An index created
from socio demographic variables, shown
through peer review research, to be
associated with some of the predominant
characteristics of individuals who drop out of
high school
David F. Zimmerman / dfz1@columbia.edu

4. Purpose
• Provide a location analysis from which
appropriate interventions can be focused to
address the various socio-demographic needs
of individuals living in high risk areas
• Increase the efficacy of children, living in
these areas, in successfully completing a high
school education
David F. Zimmerman / dfz1@columbia.edu