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Best Public Schools in Kearny, NJ


At a glance
8
Schools
6,236
Students
2
Districts
Top rankedRoosevelt Elementary School671st of 1,347 New Jersey elementary schools
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Biggest riser
Lincoln Middle School up 59 spots statewide this year
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Smallest classes
Franklin Elementary School 9.7 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
3★
2★
1★
1 school without a SchoolDigger rating (too few tested students)
Summary:

The city of Kearny, New Jersey is home to 8 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The schools in this district serve a diverse student population and face challenges in providing high-quality education, with disparities in academic performance across the schools.

Among the standout schools in Kearny, Roosevelt Elementary School emerges as the top performer, with the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, as well as the lowest chronic absenteeism rate. Schuyler Elementary School also performs well, ranking second among the elementary schools. The Hudson Arts and Science Charter School outperforms the district's public schools in several areas, including higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics.

However, the majority of the schools in the Kearny district struggle to meet state averages in academic proficiency, with Kearny High School also performing below the state average. The district faces challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates and significant socioeconomic factors, as evidenced by the high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Addressing these issues will require a comprehensive approach to improve educational outcomes for all students in the Kearny school district.

Ranking:
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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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