West Deptford Township School District

The West Deptford Township School District in New Jersey serves students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade across 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district's performance is mixed, with some standout schools like West Deptford Middle School and areas for improvement, particularly at the high school level.

West Deptford Middle School is a strong performer, ranking 221 out of 743 New Jersey middle schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school excels in English Language Arts and Mathematics, with high proficiency rates on state assessments. In contrast, West Deptford High School has seen a decline in its state ranking, dropping from 156 to 252 over the past two years, and its SchoolDigger rating has decreased from 3 to 2 stars.

Across the district, there are concerns about chronic absenteeism, which is higher than the state average, and socioeconomic disparities, as indicated by the relatively high free and reduced-price lunch rates, especially at the elementary schools. These factors may be impacting student performance and should be addressed through targeted interventions and support. Overall, the West Deptford Township School District has some strong-performing schools, but also faces challenges that require further analysis and improvement efforts.