Summary:
The Lumberton Township Board of Education district in New Jersey operates three schools: two elementary schools (Bobby's Run Elementary School and Ashbrook Elementary School) and one middle school (Lumberton Middle School). While the district has some bright spots, such as Lumberton Middle School's strong performance on Algebra I assessments, the overall academic performance across the district is concerning, with all three schools struggling to meet state proficiency averages in English Language Arts and Math.
The elementary schools, Bobby's Run and Ashbrook, have relatively low proficiency rates on the NJSLA assessments compared to state averages. For example, at Bobby's Run Elementary, only 42.7% of 3rd graders were proficient or better in ELA, compared to the state average of 44.9%. In 5th grade math, only 36.8% were proficient, versus the state average of 44.2%. Lumberton Middle School also struggles with low proficiency rates, particularly in 6th and 8th grade math.
Another area of concern across the district is the high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 14.9% at the elementary and middle schools. The district should investigate the root causes of absenteeism and implement strategies to improve student attendance, as this may be contributing to the low academic performance. Additionally, the varying free/reduced lunch rates suggest that the schools serve student populations with different socioeconomic backgrounds and needs, and the district should ensure that it is providing appropriate resources and support to address the unique challenges faced by each school community.
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