Summary:
The zip code 10458 in the Bronx, New York is home to three middle schools: IS 254, Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45, and Jonas Bronck Academy. These schools serve students in grades 6-8 and provide educational opportunities in this economically disadvantaged area.
Among the three schools, Jonas Bronck Academy stands out as the highest-performing. The school ranks 437 out of 1,500 New York middle schools and has a 4-star rating. Its students demonstrate significantly higher proficiency rates in ELA and Math, ranging from 60-70%, compared to 20-40% at the other two schools. Jonas Bronck Academy also excels in Regents exam performance, with high proficiency rates in subjects like Earth Science, Global History, and Geometry.
Despite spending less per student ($29,892) than the other two schools, Jonas Bronck Academy achieves better academic outcomes, suggesting it is more effectively allocating its resources. Additionally, the school has a lower chronic absenteeism rate of 31.5%, which likely contributes to its stronger performance. In contrast, IS 254 and Thomas C Giordano Middle School 45 have higher spending per student but lower proficiency rates and higher chronic absenteeism.
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