Summary:
The Hazlet Township Public School District in New Jersey operates 8 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 1 high school. The district faces some performance challenges, with a few standout schools but overall struggles in math proficiency, equity, and chronic absenteeism.
Two elementary schools stand out for their strong academic performance. Middle Road School has consistently high test scores, with 64.5% of 3rd graders and 72.3% of 4th graders proficient or better in ELA, and 64.6% and 51.1% proficient in math, respectively. Raritan Valley School also performs well, with 55.4% of 3rd graders and 59.3% of 4th graders proficient or better in ELA, and 60.7% and 55.4% proficient in math. Meanwhile, Beers Street School, a middle school, stands out for its strong ELA performance, with 70% of 5th graders and 74.8% of 6th graders proficient or better.
However, the district as a whole struggles with performance, with most schools rated 2 or 3 stars by SchoolDigger and ranking 348 out of 609 in New Jersey. Math proficiency rates tend to lag behind ELA across grade levels and schools, and the district faces equity concerns, with notable differences in free/reduced lunch rates between schools. Additionally, the consistently high chronic absenteeism rate of 14.9% across all schools is a concern and likely impacts overall academic performance. The significant variation in per-student spending, from $7,533 to $10,336, also raises questions about resource allocation and equity within the district.
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