Summary:
The 14621 zip code area of Rochester, New York is home to 8 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. While the area faces significant challenges, with most schools performing poorly on state assessments, one charter school stands out as a bright spot.
Rochester Prep Charter School 3 significantly outperforms the other schools in the area, with proficiency rates often double or triple the Rochester City School District and New York state averages. In contrast, the other district schools in the 14621 zip code have very low proficiency rates, often in the single digits, well below state and district norms. The Eugenio Maria De Hostos Charter School also stands out, with a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 84.3% and a low dropout rate of 4.9%.
The data suggests that the charter school model may be more effective in this community, which faces significant challenges. All schools in the area serve a predominantly disadvantaged student population, with high percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Addressing the systemic issues in the district schools will likely require a multi-faceted approach targeting instructional quality, resource allocation, and support for the high-needs student population.
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