Summary:
The 13120 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 3 elementary schools and 1 high school, all part of the Onondaga Central School District, except for the Onondaga Nation School, which is part of the Lafayette Central School District. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and struggling schools in the area, with Onondaga Senior High School standing out for its consistently strong academic performance, ranking in the top 25% of New York high schools, while the Onondaga Nation School faces significant challenges, with proficiency rates well below the state and district averages.
Onondaga Senior High School excels, with 100% proficiency in Common Core Algebra II and Algebra I, a low dropout rate of 4.5%, and a solid 84.3% four-year graduation rate. In contrast, the Onondaga Nation School struggles academically, with proficiency rates well below 50% on most state assessments, despite having a very low student-teacher ratio of 6:1 and the highest per-student spending at $51,686. The other elementary schools, Wheeler Elementary School and Rockwell Elementary School, have mixed performance, with some grades and subjects exceeding state and district averages, while others fall behind.
The data highlights the disparities in academic performance between the schools, suggesting the need for a closer examination of the factors contributing to these differences, such as resource allocation, teaching quality, and community engagement. While the Onondaga Nation School's unique status and focus on individualized attention may require a different approach to evaluating its success, the overall data provides a valuable snapshot of the educational landscape in the 13120 zip code area, underscoring the importance of ensuring equitable opportunities for all students.
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