Summary:
The Spencer-Van Etten Central School District in New York operates three schools: one elementary school, one middle school, and one high school. The data reveals a mix of performance, with the high school standing out as a strong performer while the elementary and middle schools face challenges in meeting state academic standards.
Spencer-Van Etten High School is the district's top performer, ranking 522 out of 1,234 New York high schools and earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school excels in Regents exam performance, with proficiency rates exceeding the state average in subjects like Algebra II, English Language Arts, Global History, and Physics. Additionally, the school boasts a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 84.3% and a low dropout rate of 4.5%. In contrast, Spencer-Van Etten Middle School stands out for its strong performance on 8th grade Math and Science state assessments, with proficiency rates above the state average, as well as a 100% proficiency rate on the Algebra I and Living Environment Regents exams.
However, the district as a whole faces significant performance gaps compared to state averages on state assessments, particularly in 3rd and 4th grade ELA and Math, as well as middle school ELA and Math. Additionally, all three schools have high rates of free/reduced lunch eligibility, exceeding 49%, indicating a significant population of economically disadvantaged students. This may contribute to the lower academic performance observed and suggest a need for additional support and resources. The declining school rankings over time for the elementary and middle schools are also a concern that warrants further investigation.
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