Best Public Schools in Zip Code 12508


Summary:

The 12508 zip code area of Beacon, New York is home to 5 schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Beacon City School District. While some schools in this area, such as J.V. Forrestal Elementary and South Avenue School, demonstrate strong academic performance, others like Rombout Middle School and Beacon High School face challenges in meeting state standards.

J.V. Forrestal Elementary and South Avenue School stand out as the top-performing schools in the area, with high proficiency rates on state assessments and strong rankings from SchoolDigger. In contrast, Beacon High School struggles with lower graduation rates, higher dropout rates, and lower test scores compared to state averages, indicating a need for more support at the high school level. Across the district, the high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch suggests that socioeconomic factors may play a role in the varying academic outcomes observed.

Overall, the data reveals both strengths and areas for improvement within the Beacon City School District. By identifying and replicating the successful strategies used by the top-performing schools, the district can work to enhance educational outcomes for all students in the 12508 zip code area and ensure more consistent, equitable access to quality education.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the WNYC and the New York State Department of Health and the NY State Education Department.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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