Summary:
The 14903 zip code area in Elmira Heights, New York is home to 3 schools that serve students from elementary through high school, all part of the Elmira Heights Central School District. While the high school, Thomas A. Edison High School, stands out for its strong academic performance, the elementary and middle schools in the district face challenges in meeting proficiency standards on state assessments.
Thomas A. Edison High School consistently ranks in the top half of New York high schools, with a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 84.3% and a low dropout rate of 4.9%. Additionally, students at the high school perform well on Regents exams, with proficiency rates exceeding the state and district averages in several subjects. In contrast, Cohen Middle School stands out for its strong performance on Regents exams, with 100% proficiency rates in Living Environment and Algebra I, and a significantly higher 8th-grade science proficiency rate compared to the state average.
The data reveals a stark contrast in academic performance between the elementary/middle schools and the high school. While the high school students excel on Regents exams, the elementary and middle school students struggle to meet proficiency standards on state assessments. This disparity suggests a need for the district to closely examine the curriculum, instructional practices, and support systems across the different grade levels to ensure a more consistent and effective educational experience for all students. Additionally, the high rates of free and reduced-price lunch eligibility in the district indicate that a significant portion of the student population faces economic challenges, which may contribute to the academic struggles observed in the elementary and middle schools, highlighting the need for targeted interventions and support programs.
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