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Is Elitism A Myth? A Study Of Nyc Specialized High Schools, Bonnie Kong
Is Elitism A Myth? A Study Of Nyc Specialized High Schools, Bonnie Kong
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In New York City, specialized high schools exist in the public school system to educate the city’s most gifted students. These schools are recognized nationally and have a strong focus on math, science, and technology. Benefits of attending these schools include a competitive peer group, challenging courses, and strong alumni networks. Admission to these schools is determined by individuals’ score on the Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT).
This paper measures the impact of attending these specialized high schools on graduation and results on New York State Regents examinations. A regression discontinuity design was used to study seven of the …