Summary:
The zip code 10019 in New York City is home to 10 high schools serving grades 9-12, with a mix of public and public magnet schools. While the schools share a geographic location, they exhibit significant variation in academic performance, resource allocation, and student demographics. Some standout schools include Manhattan Bridges High School, which ranks 560 out of 1,234 New York high schools, and High School For Environmental Studies, which ranks 613 out of 1,234.
The data reveals that all 10 schools have a 4-year graduation rate of 84.3%, matching the district average, and a dropout rate of 4.5%. However, chronic absenteeism is high across the board, ranging from 31.5% to 31.5%, which is the district average. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch is also very high, ranging from 70.75% to 93.58%. Per-student spending varies significantly, from $24,601 to $40,179, and the student-teacher ratio ranges from 8.5 to 13.8, with most schools falling in the 11-13 range.
The data suggests that simply increasing funding may not be the sole solution to improving academic outcomes, as the schools with the highest per-student spending tend to have lower academic performance. The higher-performing schools, such as Manhattan Bridges High School and High School For Environmental Studies, have more moderate spending levels. This highlights the need for a multifaceted approach that considers the unique challenges faced by high-poverty schools in the New York City Geographic District # 2.
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