Summary:
The city of Amenia, New York is home to three schools serving students from elementary through high school: Eugene Brooks Intermediate School, Webutuck Elementary School, and Webutuck High School. These schools, part of the Northeast Central School District, demonstrate a mix of academic strengths and areas for improvement.
Eugene Brooks Intermediate School stands out with relatively high proficiency rates in 6th grade ELA and math, as well as 100% proficiency on Regents Algebra I and Living Environment exams. In contrast, Webutuck High School has a strong 4-year graduation rate of 88.1% and solid performance on Regents Geometry and Algebra II exams. However, the district's overall academic performance, as measured by state assessments, tends to lag behind state and district averages, raising concerns about equity and the ability to provide high-quality education for all students.
Across the district, there are significant disparities in student demographics and school spending, with Webutuck Elementary School spending over $25,000 per student compared to just $12,274 per student at Webutuck High School. Additionally, chronic absenteeism at Webutuck High School is a concerning issue at 44.7%. While the district serves a predominantly white student population, a significant portion of students come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, underscoring the need for targeted interventions and support to address the persistent academic challenges faced by these schools.
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