Summary:
The Springville-Griffith Institute Central School District in New York serves students from preschool through 12th grade across 4 schools: 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals a stark contrast in performance between the district's standout high school and its struggling elementary schools.
Griffith Institute High School is the clear academic leader, consistently ranking among the top 20% of high schools in New York and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts strong Regents exam proficiency rates and a graduation rate above the state average. In contrast, the elementary schools, particularly Colden Elementary, are underperforming, with proficiency rates significantly below state and district averages. Colden Elementary has a concerning 1-star rating and ranks in the bottom 20% of New York elementary schools.
The data also reveals potential equity concerns, with high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients across the district's schools. Additionally, the high school's higher per-student spending and lower student-teacher ratios compared to the elementary schools suggest an imbalance in resource allocation that may be contributing to the performance disparities. The district must closely examine these factors and develop targeted strategies to address the achievement gaps and ensure equitable opportunities for all students.
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