Summary:
The West Hempstead school district in New York serves a diverse student population across 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals several standout schools, with West Hempstead Secondary School (high school) and George Washington School (middle school) demonstrating strong academic performance and outcomes.
The high school, West Hempstead Secondary School, stands out with a high 4-year graduation rate of 97.3% and a low dropout rate of 0.0%. It also excels on state assessments, with 50.67% proficiency in 7th grade ELA and 65.71% proficiency in 7th grade Math, exceeding the district and state averages. Similarly, the middle school, George Washington School, consistently performs well on state assessments, with 53-54% proficiency in ELA and 44-60% proficiency in Math across grades 4-6, outperforming the district and state.
While the schools serve a diverse student population, with significant representation from Hispanic, African American, and Asian students, the per-student spending and student-teacher ratios vary across the district. The high school and one of the elementary schools, Chestnut Street School, have higher spending per student, which may indicate differences in funding allocation or specific needs at these schools. Overall, the West Hempstead Union Free School District is providing a solid educational experience for its students, with some standout schools and strong academic outcomes.
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