Give Every Child a Chance to Succeed
Goal 1: Children will grow up in a stable, safe, and supportive community.
| Indicator | Goal | Erie County Baseline | New York State Baseline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Children/Youth in Indicated Reports of Abuse and Maltreatment | 25.1/1,000 children | 17.1/1,000 children | |
| Firearm Related Index Crimes, General Population Crimes | 10.1/10,000 population | 3.6/10,000 population* |
Goal 2: Children will realize their greatest potential.
| Indicator | Goal | Erie County Baseline | New York State Baseline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd Grade English Language Arts (ELA) scores | 48% | 51% | |
| 8th Grade English Language Arts (ELA) scores | 40% | 48% | |
| 3rd Grade Math scores | 51% | 54% | |
| 8th Grade Math scores | 22% | 30% | |
| High School Dropout Rate | 7.1% | 6.0% |
Goal 3: Children will achieve comprehensive health.
| Indicator | Goal | Erie County Baseline | New York State Baseline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rate of Children Overweight or Obese | 33% | 33.8% | |
| Incidence of Preterm Births | 10% | 9.1% |