Summary:
The 7 middle schools located in New York City Geographic District #29 serve students in grades 6-8 and exhibit a wide range of academic performance, with some standout schools and others struggling to meet state standards.
Jean Nuzzi Intermediate School and Queens United Middle School consistently outperform the district and state averages on ELA and Math assessments, with Jean Nuzzi Intermediate School also excelling in Regents exams. These schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios, suggesting a more personalized learning environment. In contrast, other schools in the district, such as IS 192 Linden (The), struggle to meet academic standards.
The district faces significant socioeconomic challenges, with all schools having a high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 71.02% to 85.34%. This suggests a predominantly low-income student population, which can impact academic outcomes. Despite the high per-student spending, ranging from $17,195 to $22,815, the academic performance of the district still lags behind the state averages, indicating that factors beyond just funding and resources, such as school leadership, teaching quality, and student engagement, may play a significant role in academic outcomes.
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