Summary:
The elementary schools located in zip code 11223 in Brooklyn, New York provide a mix of academic performance, with a standout school and some struggling schools. The 5 schools in this area serve students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade and include both traditional public schools and a charter school.
PS 95 Gravesend (The) stands out as a high-performing school, consistently exceeding district and state averages on state assessments and ranking in the top 25% of New York elementary schools. In contrast, PS 238 Anne Sullivan struggles academically, with proficiency rates well below the district and state averages. The Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 also demonstrates strong academic performance, ranking in the top 30% of New York elementary schools.
All schools in the 11223 zip code have high percentages of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 71.7% to 88.18%, indicating a high concentration of economically disadvantaged students in the area. Spending per student varies, with Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 having the highest at $22,723 and PS 95 Gravesend (The) spending $16,952 per student. These findings suggest that while funding may play a role, other factors, such as school leadership and teaching practices, also contribute to the academic success of these schools.
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