Summary:
The Highland Falls Central School District in New York has only one middle school, Highland Falls Intermediate School, which serves grades 3-8 with a total enrollment of 324 students.
Highland Falls Intermediate School has seen a decline in its statewide ranking over the past three years, dropping from 515 out of 1,479 New York middle schools in 2021-2022 to 881 out of 1,504 in 2023-2024. This corresponds with a drop in the school's SchoolDigger rating from 3 stars to 2 stars. The school's performance on state assessments is mixed, with proficiency rates in ELA, math, and science generally below state averages, but stronger results on Regents exams. The school has a relatively high free/reduced lunch rate of 55.86%, indicating a significant economically disadvantaged student population, and per-student spending is higher than the state average.
Despite the school's small student-teacher ratio of 7.5, which could be a strength, the overall data paints a concerning picture of Highland Falls Intermediate School's performance. While the school has some bright spots, such as its Regents exam results, it faces significant challenges in meeting state proficiency standards, particularly in ELA and math. Further analysis and targeted interventions may be needed to address the school's declining performance and support the success of all its students.
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