Summary:
The Kearny school district in New Jersey is home to 5 elementary schools serving students from kindergarten through 5th grade. While the schools share some similarities, the data reveals notable differences in their academic performance and other key metrics.
Two schools stand out as the top performers in the district - Schuyler Elementary School and Roosevelt Elementary School. These schools consistently rank higher than the others, with Schuyler earning a 2-star rating and Roosevelt a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. Both schools also have higher proficiency rates on state assessments and lower rates of chronic absenteeism compared to the Kearny district and New Jersey state averages.
In contrast, Franklin Elementary, Washington Elementary, and Garfield Elementary generally have lower proficiency rates and rankings. These schools also have higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, which may contribute to their lower academic performance. Interestingly, the per-student spending at these schools varies, suggesting that simply increasing funding may not be the sole solution to improving outcomes.
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