Summary:
The 12449 zip code in New York is home to two schools: M Clifford Miller Middle School and E R Crosby Elementary School, both part of the Kingston City School District. While the district as a whole is underperforming, with a 1-star rating, E R Crosby Elementary School stands out as the stronger performer of the two schools in this area.
E R Crosby Elementary School consistently outperforms M Clifford Miller Middle School and the district on state assessments, with proficiency rates ranging from 34% to 75.51% in math and 34% to 51.02% in ELA. In contrast, M Clifford Miller Middle School struggles academically, with proficiency rates well below the state average, ranging from 12.77% to 37.74% in math and 18.59% to 32.41% in ELA. E R Crosby Elementary School also has a lower percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients, suggesting it may serve a more advantaged student population.
The significant difference in performance between the two schools highlights the importance of examining school-level data rather than relying solely on district-level information. While the Kingston City School District as a whole is underperforming, E R Crosby Elementary School's strong academic performance suggests that it may have effective teaching practices, curriculum, or other factors that contribute to its higher student achievement. However, further analysis would be needed to determine the specific drivers of this school's success.
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