Best Public Schools in Zip Code 11427

The 11427 zip code area in New York City is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools and 2 high schools, all part of the New York City Geographic District #26 and New York City Geographic District #29. The standout performer in this group is PS 18 Winchester, an elementary school that consistently ranks among the top 25% of elementary schools statewide and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

In contrast, the two high schools, Martin Van Buren High School and Business Technology Early College High School, have lower statewide rankings, between 770-902 out of over 1,200 high schools, and are only rated 1-2 stars by SchoolDigger, suggesting they are performing below average. Both high schools have a 84.3% four-year graduation rate and a 4.9% dropout rate, which are areas that could use improvement.

Across all the schools, there are high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 61.78% to 74.63%, indicating these schools serve communities with significant socioeconomic challenges. The differences in spending per student, ranging from $16,256 to $19,641, could also suggest funding disparities that may impact the resources and support available to students. Overall, the data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes, particularly at the high school level.