Summary:
The South Country Central School District in New York is home to 4 elementary schools serving grades K-5: Frank P Long Intermediate School, Brookhaven Elementary School, Kreamer Street Elementary School, and Verne W Critz Elementary School. The data reveals that Verne W Critz Elementary is the standout performer, with the highest proficiency rates on 3rd grade state assessments in both English Language Arts and Math, outpacing the district and state averages.
In contrast, Frank P Long Intermediate School appears to be the weakest performer, with the lowest proficiency rates on 4th and 5th grade state assessments across ELA, Math, and Science. The school also has the lowest SchoolDigger ranking and rating among the 4 schools. Interestingly, the data shows an inverse relationship between spending per student and academic performance, as Kreamer Street Elementary had the highest spending but did not necessarily translate to the best outcomes.
The analysis also highlights potential equity concerns, as the schools with the highest free/reduced lunch rates also had the lowest academic performance. This suggests that students from lower-income backgrounds may not be receiving the same level of educational resources and support as their more affluent peers. Additionally, the stronger performance of the K-3 elementary schools compared to the 4-5 intermediate school suggests that the foundational learning in the early grades may be crucial for student success.
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