Summary:
The 13438 zip code area is home to two schools - Remsen Elementary School and Remsen Junior-Senior High School, both part of the Remsen Central School District. While Remsen Junior-Senior High is a standout performer, ranking in the top 25% of New York high schools, Remsen Elementary has more average academic results, scoring in the middle 50% of the state's elementary schools.
Remsen Junior-Senior High School excels academically, with high proficiency rates on Regents exams across multiple subjects. The school spends a relatively high $34,385 per student and maintains a low 8.3 student-teacher ratio, contributing to its strong performance. In contrast, Remsen Elementary School has test scores generally below state averages, though it does perform better in 6th grade math. The elementary school spends $30,431 per student and has a higher 12.6 student-teacher ratio.
Both schools serve communities with high free/reduced lunch rates, suggesting relatively low-income areas. The high school also has a concerning 31.5% chronic absenteeism rate, an issue the district may want to investigate further. Overall, the data indicates the district is investing more heavily in the secondary school, potentially leaving room for improvement at the elementary level to ensure equitable resource distribution and support across all grades.
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