Summary:
The city of Bellport, New York is home to 3 schools - 2 elementary schools and 1 middle school, all part of the South Country Central School District. While the schools serve a diverse student population, they face significant challenges, including declining academic performance, high rates of economic disadvantage, and large gaps in test scores compared to state averages.
Bellport Middle School stands out as the highest-performing school in the district, with 100% of students proficient or better in Algebra I Regents exams and 97.06% in Living Environment, far exceeding the district and state averages. In contrast, Frank P Long Intermediate School and Kreamer Street Elementary School have significantly lower test scores across all grade levels and subjects, with proficiency rates well below the state averages.
The high free and reduced lunch rates, ranging from 36.55% at Kreamer Street Elementary to over 55% at the other two schools, suggest a significant population of economically disadvantaged students in the Bellport school district. This, combined with the declining school rankings, raises concerns about educational equity and the ability of these schools to provide high-quality education to all students. While the district spends relatively high amounts per student and maintains low student-teacher ratios, these investments have not yet translated into improved academic outcomes for the students of Bellport.
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