Summary:
The 12308 zip code area in Schenectady, New York is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Schenectady City School District. While the district as a whole struggles, with a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger, a few schools in the 12308 area stand out. Oneida Middle School has the highest Regents exam proficiency rates in the area, significantly outperforming the district and state averages, though its overall state ranking is low. Meanwhile, Jessie T Zoller Elementary School has the highest academic performance among the elementary schools, with proficiency rates above the district average in both ELA and Math.
Across the board, the schools in the 12308 zip code struggle with low test scores and state assessment performance, well below state averages. Schenectady High School has a concerning 73.9% four-year graduation rate and an 11.4% dropout rate, along with very high chronic absenteeism at 51.8%. All the schools serve high percentages of economically disadvantaged students, with 69-74% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Despite the challenges, the schools in the 12308 area are investing resources, with per-student spending ranging from $13,593 to $18,106, and student-teacher ratios below the state average. This suggests the district is working to address the needs of its students, but the outcomes have not yet reflected the investment. Identifying and replicating the successful strategies of higher-performing schools, like Oneida Middle School, could be key to improving educational outcomes across the Schenectady City School District.
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