Teaneck School District

The Teaneck School District in New Jersey consists of 8 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The data reveals significant variability in academic performance across the district, with some schools, like Thomas Jefferson Middle School and James Russell Lowell Elementary School, standing out for their strong proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, while others, like Teaneck High School, struggle to meet state averages.

The district serves a population with significant economic challenges, as evidenced by the high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 31% at Teaneck High School to 44.59% at Benjamin Franklin Middle School. This socioeconomic factor may be a contributing factor to the observed performance disparities. Additionally, the wide range in spending per student, from $5,014 at William Cullen Bryant School to $10,765 at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, raises questions about the equity of resource allocation within the district.

Chronic absenteeism rates are consistently high across the district, around 16.6%, suggesting a need to address attendance and engagement issues. By delving deeper into the factors contributing to the observed performance differences, the Teaneck School District can develop targeted strategies to support student success and ensure equitable access to quality education for all.