Summary:
The 11550 zip code area of Hempstead, New York is home to 12 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 high school, and 2 alternative schools. While the overall academic performance in the area is mixed, a few standout schools emerge from the data.
The top-performing school in the area is Academy Charter School, a public charter school that significantly outperforms the state average on most state assessments. In contrast, the schools in the Hempstead Union Free School District generally lag behind the state, with the exception of Jackson Main Elementary School, which stands out with higher-than-average proficiency rates. Another standout is William S Covert School, an elementary school in the Rockville Centre Union Free School District that consistently outperforms the state and district averages on assessments.
The data also reveals significant disparities in school performance and resources within the 11550 zip code area. While Academy Charter School has a relatively high 4-year graduation rate and low dropout rate, the high schools in the Hempstead district struggle with high chronic absenteeism rates. Additionally, the schools in the Hempstead district have a much higher percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch compared to William S Covert School, suggesting that socioeconomic factors play a significant role in student outcomes.
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