Summary:
The 14227 zip code area in New York is home to two schools - John F. Kennedy Senior High School and John F. Kennedy Middle School, both part of the Cheektowaga-Sloan Union Free School District. While the schools serve a diverse student population, they appear to be consistently underperforming compared to state and district averages on key academic metrics.
Neither John F. Kennedy Senior High School nor John F. Kennedy Middle School stand out as clear academic leaders in the area. The high school's Regents exam proficiency rates are generally lower than the district and state averages, except for English and U.S. History and Government. Similarly, the middle school's state assessment proficiency rates are also below the district and state averages, particularly in English Language Arts. Both schools also have lower-than-average graduation rates and higher dropout rates compared to the state.
Despite the relatively high per-student spending and low student-teacher ratios at both schools, the academic underperformance suggests that the resources may not be effectively allocated or utilized to support student learning. The high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch indicates that the schools serve a population with significant economic challenges, which may be contributing to the academic struggles. Addressing the root causes of the underperformance, such as socioeconomic factors and targeted interventions, may be necessary to drive meaningful improvements in student outcomes at these schools.
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