Summary:
The 11418 zip code in Richmond Hill, New York is home to 8 schools, including 7 elementary schools and 1 high school. The data reveals stark contrasts in school performance within this community, with a few standout institutions like PS 66 Jacqueline Kennedy-Onassis and PS 254 Rosa Parks School (The) consistently outperforming the district and state averages on state assessments.
The top-performing elementary schools have exceptionally high proficiency rates, with over 80% of students scoring proficient or better in English Language Arts and Math. In contrast, other schools in the area struggle, suggesting significant disparities in educational opportunities and outcomes within the same zip code. Richmond Hill High School stands out with a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 84.3%, higher than the district average.
The data also reveals high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 80-90% across the elementary schools, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student populations. Despite these challenges, the schools in the 11418 zip code spend between $29,776 and $32,195 per student, which is higher than the state average, and maintain relatively low student-teacher ratios. Further investigation would be needed to understand the root causes of the performance gaps and how to address the disparities within this community served by New York City Geographic District #27 and New York City Geographic District #28.
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