Summary:
The 13 elementary schools located in New York City Geographic District #16 serve students from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. The district as a whole is ranked 676 out of 865 in New York state and is rated 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger, indicating significant challenges in student performance.
A few schools stand out in the data, including Ps 40 George W Carver, which ranks in the top 200 elementary schools in the state and earns a 5-star rating, with over 70% of students proficient in ELA and math. Brooklyn Brownstone School also performs well, ranking in the top 500 and earning a 4-star rating, with exceptional ELA scores. In contrast, many other schools struggle, with proficiency rates well below state and district averages, suggesting significant disparities in performance within the district.
The data indicates a relationship between higher per-student spending and better academic performance, with the higher-spending schools tending to have stronger results. Additionally, the district's very high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 60% to over 95%, point to the significant socioeconomic challenges facing many of these schools. Targeted support and resources may be needed to help these students succeed and address the inequities within the district.
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