Summary:
The Salmon River Central School District in New York is home to two elementary schools serving students from pre-kindergarten through 6th grade. Based on the available data, neither Saint Regis Mohawk School nor Salmon River Elementary School stands out as a high-performing institution, as both schools have significantly lower proficiency rates compared to the state averages across all grade levels and subject areas.
The academic performance at these schools is concerning, with proficiency rates as low as 5.45% in 3rd grade English Language Arts at Saint Regis Mohawk School, compared to the state average of 42.6%. Salmon River Elementary School performs slightly better, with proficiency rates around 15-30% in most grade levels and subjects, but still well below the state benchmarks. Both schools are ranked in the bottom quartile of New York elementary schools, with 0-star ratings from SchoolDigger, indicating very poor overall performance.
The high poverty rates in the district, with free and reduced lunch rates ranging from 70.98% to 80.9%, likely contribute to the low academic performance. Despite relatively low student-teacher ratios and high per-student spending, the schools are still struggling, suggesting that simply increasing resources may not be enough to drive meaningful improvements. Addressing the complex challenges facing this district will require a multifaceted approach that considers the socioeconomic factors, resource allocation, and systemic issues contributing to the persistent underperformance.
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