Summary:
The Prospect Park Public School District in New Jersey operates two schools: Prospect Park School No. 1, an elementary school, and Prospect Park Middle School. Based on the available data, neither school appears to be a standout performer, as both are struggling across a range of key metrics compared to state averages.
The test scores at both schools are significantly lower than the state averages, with only 7.9% of 3rd graders at Prospect Park School No. 1 proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 44.9%. Science proficiency is also very low, with just 3.7% of 5th graders at Prospect Park School No. 1 meeting or exceeding standards. Both schools also have high chronic absenteeism rates, at 14.9%, well above the state average.
While the schools have lower student-teacher ratios than the state average, indicating smaller class sizes, they serve a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 38.19% at Prospect Park School No. 1 to 57.41% at Prospect Park Middle School. Despite slightly higher spending per student at Prospect Park School No. 1, the district's overall poor performance suggests that resources may not be effectively allocated to support student learning and achievement. Addressing the underlying issues and improving educational outcomes for all students should be a top priority for the Prospect Park Public School District.
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