Summary:
The 01001 zip code area of Agawam, Massachusetts is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals significant differences in academic performance across these schools, with Benjamin J Phelps Elementary standing out as the top performer in both English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency.
While Agawam High School does not have the highest test scores, it boasts a strong 4-year graduation rate of 87.2% and a relatively low dropout rate of 6.2%, suggesting the school is effective at keeping students engaged and on track to graduate. In contrast, Roberta G. Doering Middle School and William P. Sapelli Elementary have the lowest MCAS proficiency rates in the area.
The data also reveals significant variation in per-student spending, ranging from $17,898 to $25,355 across the schools. This raises questions about how resources are being allocated and whether funding is being distributed equitably. Additionally, the Agawam school district as a whole is ranked 231 out of 348 in Massachusetts and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger, suggesting broader systemic challenges that may need to be addressed.
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