Summary:
The Salem Central School District in New York consists of two schools: Salem Elementary School and Salem High School. While Salem High School is a strong performer, ranking in the top 20% of high schools in New York, Salem Elementary School lags behind both the district and state averages on academic measures.
Salem High School stands out with a 4-star rating, an 88.5% 4-year graduation rate, and strong student performance on state assessments. In contrast, Salem Elementary School has a 2-star rating and lower proficiency rates on state assessments. Both schools have high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, indicating a relatively low-income student population.
The data also reveals a significant difference in per-student spending, with Salem High School spending $20,622 per student, compared to $14,890 per student at Salem Elementary School. This raises questions about the optimal allocation of resources to support student learning across all grade levels. Additionally, the high chronic absenteeism rate at Salem High School is a concern that may be contributing to lower academic performance.
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