New York City Geographic District # 2

New York City Geographic District #2 is home to 117 schools, including 36 elementary schools, 12 middle schools, and 69 high schools. The district encompasses a diverse range of educational institutions, from highly selective public schools like Stuyvesant High School to specialized schools like Professional Performing Arts High School.

The top-performing schools in the district include Stuyvesant High School, which ranks 3rd out of 1,242 high schools in New York and received a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger, and The Clinton School, which ranked 72nd out of 1,242 high schools and also received a 5-star rating. At the elementary and middle school level, Ps 77 Lower Lab School and East Side Middle School stand out as top-performing institutions.

While the district boasts several high-achieving schools, the data also reveals significant disparities in student outcomes and resource allocation. The four-year graduation rate for most schools in the district is 84.3%, which is above the state average, but the chronic absenteeism rate is 34.1%, a concern that may be contributing to performance gaps. Additionally, the wide range in free and reduced lunch rates and spending per student suggests socioeconomic and resource disparities within the district, underscoring the need for targeted interventions and equitable support to ensure all students have access to a high-quality education.