Summary:
The 14138 zip code area is home to two schools - Pine Valley Elementary School and Pine Valley Central Junior-Senior High School, both part of the Pine Valley Central School District (South Dayton). While the high school appears to be a standout performer, the elementary school struggles academically, with consistently low proficiency rates across multiple subjects and grade levels.
The high school has a higher statewide ranking (3 out of 5 stars) compared to the elementary school (1 out of 5 stars), and its test scores and graduation rates are generally stronger than the district and state averages. The high school's performance is particularly strong in Regents exams, with proficiency rates exceeding the state average in several subjects like English Language Arts, Living Environment, and Algebra I. In contrast, the elementary school's proficiency rates in ELA and Math are consistently lower than the district and state averages, with some grades performing as low as 11-15% proficient.
Both schools have relatively high rates of free/reduced lunch recipients, indicating a socioeconomically disadvantaged student population. Despite the relatively high per-student spending and low student-teacher ratios, the schools do not appear to be translating these resources into strong academic outcomes, especially at the elementary level. This raises questions about the effectiveness of resource allocation and instructional practices, and the need for a closer examination of the factors contributing to the academic disparities between the two schools.
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