Summary:
New York City Geographic District #5 contains 3 small middle schools serving a high-poverty student population. While one school, Urban Assembly Academy For Future Leaders, stands out with strong academic performance, the other two schools, Seed Harlem and New Design Middle School, struggle to meet state and district averages.
Urban Assembly Academy For Future Leaders has the highest statewide ranking among the 3 schools, with a 2-star rating and ranking of 981 out of 1500 New York middle schools. This school outperforms the district and state on key metrics like English Language Arts and Math proficiency, as well as Regents exam pass rates. In contrast, Seed Harlem and New Design Middle School have 0-star ratings and rankings below 1400, with proficiency rates often well below average.
Despite the high spending per student and low student-teacher ratios across all 3 schools, the significant disparities in academic performance suggest that students in this district may not be receiving equitable educational opportunities. Addressing these gaps and ensuring all students have access to high-quality instruction will be crucial for improving outcomes in New York City Geographic District #5.
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