Summary:
The 11796 zip code area is home to two schools - Sayville High School and Cherry Avenue Elementary School, both part of the Sayville Union Free School District. While Sayville High School is a standout performer, consistently ranking among the top high schools in New York, Cherry Avenue Elementary School has more average academic outcomes.
Sayville High School boasts an exceptional 99.1% 4-year graduation rate, a very low 0% dropout rate, and students who excel on Regents exams, with proficiency rates significantly higher than state averages. In contrast, Cherry Avenue Elementary School has a more mixed academic performance, with proficiency rates on 3rd-5th grade state assessments ranging from 37.93% in 3rd grade ELA to 76.92% in 4th grade Math.
The significant difference in spending per student between the high school ($24,613) and elementary school ($18,993) may contribute to the disparities in academic outcomes. Both schools have relatively low student-teacher ratios, which could be a positive factor in supporting student learning. However, the racial demographics of the two schools are quite homogeneous, with a large majority of white students, indicating a lack of diversity in the student populations.
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