Remsen Central School District

The Remsen Central School District in New York consists of two schools: Remsen Elementary School and Remsen Junior-Senior High School. While Remsen Junior-Senior High School is a standout performer, ranking 117 out of 1,242 New York high schools and earning a 5-star rating, Remsen Elementary School appears to be struggling, with declining statewide rankings and below-average proficiency rates on state assessments, particularly in math.

Remsen Junior-Senior High School consistently demonstrates high performance on Regents exams, with proficiency rates exceeding the state average across multiple subjects. The school also boasts a strong 84.3% four-year graduation rate and a relatively low 4.9% dropout rate. In contrast, Remsen Elementary School's proficiency rates on the NY State Assessments range from 25.81% to 70% across grades and subjects, indicating a significant performance gap between the two schools.

The data also reveals that both schools have a significant proportion of students (over 50%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting the need to consider the impact of socioeconomic factors on student learning and provide appropriate support and resources. Additionally, the higher spending per student at Remsen Junior-Senior High School ($34,794) compared to the elementary school ($22,759) may be a contributing factor to the school's strong academic performance, highlighting the importance of adequate funding and resource allocation to support student success.