Summary:
The city of Arverne, New York is home to two struggling elementary schools: Ps/Middle School 42 R Vernam and Goldie Maple Academy. Both schools have significantly lower proficiency rates on state assessments compared to district and state averages, with only 9.09% of 3rd graders at Ps/Middle School 42 R Vernam proficient in ELA. The schools also serve a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, with over 90% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.
Despite relatively low student-teacher ratios and high per-student spending, the schools have seen a decline in their statewide rankings and SchoolDigger star ratings over the past few years, indicating a concerning trend in their academic performance. This suggests that the effective allocation and utilization of resources may be an issue, and that the Arverne community may be facing significant socioeconomic challenges that are impacting educational outcomes.
The lack of any clear standout schools in the Arverne area is concerning and may indicate a broader systemic issue in the local education system that needs to be addressed. The New York City Geographic District #27 will need to develop targeted interventions to improve educational outcomes for the Arverne community and ensure that all students have access to high-quality learning opportunities.
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