Summary:
The 11418 zip code area of Richmond Hill, New York is home to 10 schools, including 9 elementary schools and 1 high school. While the schools in this area serve a diverse student population, there are stark differences in academic performance, with a few standout schools providing a high-quality education and others struggling to meet state standards.
The top-performing schools in the 11418 zip code are Ps 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-Onassis and Ps 55 Maure, both of which consistently rank among the best in the state and demonstrate exceptional student proficiency on state assessments. In contrast, Richmond Hill High School struggles with lower graduation rates, higher dropout rates, and weaker test scores compared to state averages, indicating potential challenges for students transitioning from the elementary to high school level.
The data also reveals a correlation between school spending and academic performance, with the higher-spending schools tending to be the higher-performing ones. Additionally, the majority of schools in the 11418 zip code have high percentages of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting that many families in the area face significant financial challenges that may contribute to the disparities in educational outcomes observed across the schools.
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