Summary:
The Highland Falls Central School District in New York contains a single middle school, Highland Falls Intermediate School, which serves students in grades 5-8. The school's performance has fluctuated in recent years, with its statewide ranking ranging from 621 out of 1,500 middle schools in 2024-2025 to 881 out of 1,504 in 2023-2024.
Highland Falls Intermediate School generally performs better on state assessments compared to the district and the state of New York, particularly in Math and Regents exams. The school has achieved a 100% proficiency rate on the Regents Algebra I exam for the past two school years, significantly outperforming the district and state averages. However, the school's performance varies across grade levels and subject areas, with lower proficiency rates in 3rd grade ELA and 8th grade Science.
With over 50% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, Highland Falls Intermediate School serves a significant population of economically disadvantaged students. The school's per-student spending of $32,417 is notably higher than the state average, which could indicate a strong financial commitment to the school. The school's student-teacher ratio of 7.8 is also lower than the typical class size in many schools, potentially providing more individualized attention for students.
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