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Best Public Schools in Hackensack, NJ


Summary:

The city of Hackensack, New Jersey is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. While the city's schools display a range of academic performance, the standout institution is Bergen County Academies, a public high school that consistently ranks among the top schools in the state.

In contrast, the Hackensack School District, which encompasses the majority of the schools in the area, is ranked 466th out of 609 districts in New Jersey and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. The district's schools, including Hackensack High School and Hackensack Middle School, generally perform below the state average on standardized tests and have higher rates of chronic absenteeism and free/reduced lunch recipients.

The data analysis reveals a stark contrast between the high-performing Bergen County Academies and the struggling schools within the Hackensack School District. Understanding and addressing the underlying factors contributing to these disparities could be crucial for improving educational outcomes for all students in the city.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the New Jersey Department of Education.

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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