Summary:
The Oakfield-Alabama Central School District in New York operates two schools: Oakfield-Alabama Middle School High School serving grades 6-12 and Oakfield-Alabama Elementary School serving grades PK-5. The district appears to have a relatively economically disadvantaged student population, with over 45% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch at both schools.
The standout school in the district is the Oakfield-Alabama Middle School High School, which has consistently ranked in the top third of New York high schools and earned a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. This school boasts strong test scores, particularly in math and science, with proficiency rates well above state averages. It also maintains a relatively low dropout rate of 4.5% and a solid 84.3% four-year graduation rate. In contrast, the Oakfield-Alabama Elementary School has a lower statewide ranking and more mixed test score performance, suggesting a need for additional focus and resources at the elementary level.
The Oakfield-Alabama Central School District appears to prioritize small class sizes, with student-teacher ratios of 7.9 at the middle/high school and 8.3 at the elementary school. However, the district also spends significantly more per student at the middle/high school ($31,515) compared to the elementary school ($28,069), which may contribute to the stronger performance at the secondary level. Overall, the district has a strong middle/high school but could benefit from a greater focus on improving the elementary school to ensure a more consistent and equitable education across the district.
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