LONG BRANCH PUBLIC SCHOOL District

The LONG BRANCH PUBLIC SCHOOL District consists of 8 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving a diverse student population in the Long Branch area. While the district faces significant academic challenges, with proficiency rates well below state averages, a few standout schools stand out for their stronger performance.

A.A. Anastasia Elementary School is the highest-performing school in the district, with the lowest student-teacher ratio and the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics compared to the district and state. In contrast, Long Branch Middle School ranks relatively low statewide but stands out for its strong performance in Algebra I, with proficiency rates exceeding the state average.

The district as a whole struggles with high rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 18.6% to 44.9% across the schools, and significant resource allocation disparities, with per-student spending varying from $9,600 to $13,372 across the elementary schools. Addressing these challenges, along with the stark performance gaps between the district and state, will be crucial for improving the overall quality of education in the LONG BRANCH PUBLIC SCHOOL District.