Summary:
The 02124 zip code of Dorchester, Massachusetts is home to 9 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance among these schools, with some standout performers like Codman Academy Charter Public School and Holmes Elementary School, while others struggle to meet state and district averages on MCAS assessments.
Codman Academy Charter Public School stands out with the highest 4-year graduation rate at 96.7% and the lowest dropout rate at 3.3%. It also performs relatively well on MCAS tests compared to the district and state averages. Holmes Elementary School has the highest overall MCAS proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science among the schools in the data set, ranking 676 out of 906 Massachusetts elementary schools. UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester also has the second-highest overall MCAS proficiency rates in the data set, though it still lags behind the state averages.
The data also reveals significant variation in per-student spending, ranging from $16,769 to $31,540, with Lee K-8 School having the highest spending. However, there does not appear to be a clear correlation between spending and academic performance, suggesting that other factors, such as school culture and support services, may be contributing to student success. Overall, the data highlights the need for further investigation into the factors driving the disparities in academic performance among the schools in the 02124 zip code to ensure that all students have access to a high-quality education.
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