Summary:
East Harlem Scholars Academy Charter School II is the sole elementary school located in this area, serving students from pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. The school has consistently struggled to provide a high-quality education, ranking in the bottom quartile of New York elementary schools for the past three years with a 1-2 star rating from SchoolDigger.
Despite spending over $27,000 per student, East Harlem Scholars Academy Charter School II has significantly lower proficiency rates on state assessments compared to the New York state averages, particularly in English Language Arts and Math. For example, 3rd grade ELA proficiency is just 8.57% versus the state's 42.6%. The school also serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, with nearly 90% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
While the school's low student-teacher ratio of 8.4 could be an asset, providing more individualized attention, this has not translated into improved academic performance. Overall, the data suggests persistent challenges in supporting student learning and achievement at East Harlem Scholars Academy Charter School II, raising questions about the efficient use of resources and the need for targeted interventions to address the root causes of the school's struggles.
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