Summary:
The schools in the 07005 zip code area serve a diverse student population across 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, spread across the Boonton Town Public School District and the Boonton Township School District. While performance varies, several standout schools demonstrate strong academic achievement, including Rockaway Valley School, which ranks in the top 15% of New Jersey elementary schools, and John Hill School, the top-performing middle school in the area.
The data reveals a range of socioeconomic backgrounds, with free/reduced lunch rates varying from just 2.3% at Rockaway Valley School to 36% at John Hill School. Spending per student also differs significantly, from $11,454 at School Street School to $16,532 at Rockaway Valley School. Despite these differences, the schools generally maintain low student-teacher ratios, suggesting a focus on personalized attention.
Notably, Boonton High School has seen its statewide ranking improve over the past 3 years, going from the bottom 33% to the top 29% of New Jersey high schools, with a strong 95.5% 4-year graduation rate. This progress indicates that the high school is providing a quality education and preparing students for success after graduation.
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