Summary:
The West Orange Public Schools district in New Jersey is home to 9 elementary schools serving students from pre-K through 5th grade. The schools vary significantly in size, with student populations ranging from 53 to 479. While the district as a whole faces challenges with chronic absenteeism, several schools stand out for their exceptional academic performance.
Gregory Elementary School, St. Cloud Elementary School, and Mount Pleasant Elementary School rank among the top 14%, 12%, and 15% of elementary schools in New Jersey, respectively. These high-performing schools boast impressive test scores, with 62-88% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 58-78% in Mathematics. In contrast, other schools in the district, such as Washington Elementary School and Hazel Avenue Elementary School, have lower test scores and face challenges related to higher rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
The data also reveals significant variations in per-student spending across the district, ranging from $10,534 at St. Cloud Elementary School to $26,452 at the Betty Maddalena Early Learning Center. This disparity in resources may contribute to the performance differences observed between schools and raises questions about equity within the West Orange Public Schools district.
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