Best Public Schools in Zip Code 12729

The 12729 zip code has only one school, N A Hamilton Bicentennial School, which serves grades PK-5 and is part of the Port Jervis City School District. The school's academic performance is mixed, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts (ELA) generally higher than the district but lower than the state, while Math and Science proficiency rates are below both district and state averages. Despite high spending per student and small class sizes, the school has faced declining performance in recent years.

N A Hamilton Bicentennial School has a significant socioeconomic challenge, with over 50% of its students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. This may be impacting student achievement, as the school's proficiency rates in ELA, Math, and Science are all lower than the state averages. The school's high spending per student of $29,247 does not appear to be translating into better academic outcomes for its students.

Overall, the data suggests that N A Hamilton Bicentennial School is facing challenges in improving student performance, particularly in Math and Science. While the school has small class sizes and high spending per student, these factors have not led to significant improvements in proficiency rates compared to the district and state. Further investigation into the school's instructional practices, resource allocation, and support for students from disadvantaged backgrounds may be necessary to identify areas for improvement.