Summary:
The 14883 zip code is home to two schools, Spencer-Van Etten High School and Spencer-Van Etten Middle School, both part of the Spencer-Van Etten Central School District. While the district is ranked 555 out of 866 in New York and has a 2-star rating, the schools themselves have some standout elements, including a high 4-year graduation rate at the high school and strong performance on Regents exams, particularly at the middle school level.
The high school boasts a 90.7% 4-year graduation rate, which is above the state average, and both schools have Regents exam proficiency rates that exceed the state average in several subject areas. The middle school, in particular, stands out with 100% proficiency rates on the Algebra I and Living Environment Regents exams, significantly higher than the district and state averages. However, the middle school lags behind the state average in English Language Arts proficiency across all grade levels.
Despite these strengths, the schools face some challenges, including a relatively high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, over 50% at both schools, suggesting a population that is economically disadvantaged. Additionally, the schools have seen fluctuations in their statewide rankings in recent years, with both the high school and middle school dropping in their rankings. Nevertheless, the small class sizes, with student-teacher ratios lower than the state average, could be a valuable asset in providing more individualized attention and support for students.
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