Summary:
The 12838 zip code area is home to two schools - Hartford Middle/High School and Floyd Harwood Elementary School, both part of the Hartford Central School District. While the high school is a standout performer, the elementary school lags behind in academic achievement despite higher per-student spending.
Hartford Middle/High School is the clear standout, with a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger and impressive academic outcomes. The school boasts a 97.1% 4-year graduation rate, 0% dropout rate, and strong proficiency on Regents exams that exceed state and district averages. In contrast, Floyd Harwood Elementary is only a 2-star school, with more mixed academic performance, particularly in 3rd-5th grade ELA and math.
Despite the elementary school spending significantly more per student ($22,131 vs. $15,229 at the high school), the data suggests opportunities for improvement in curriculum, instruction, or other factors to better support student learning. Both schools serve relatively homogeneous, low-income communities, raising questions about equity and access to resources. Overall, the analysis highlights the importance of looking beyond just test scores when evaluating school quality, and the need to ensure all students are receiving a high-quality education.
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