Summary:
The 07055 zip code area of Passaic, New Jersey is home to four high schools: Passaic High School No. 12, Passaic Preparatory Academy, Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering, and Hope Academy. These schools serve students in grades 9-12 and operate within the Passaic City School District, which is ranked 540th out of 609 districts in New Jersey.
Among the four schools, Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering stands out as the top performer, consistently ranking among the best high schools in the state. It boasts the highest test scores across various subjects and grade levels, outpacing the other schools in the area as well as the district and state averages. Passaic Preparatory Academy also performs well, ranking 292nd out of 434 schools in the state, with strong test scores, particularly in English Language Arts, and a higher graduation rate than the other schools.
Despite the overall challenges faced by the Passaic City School District, the data reveals significant disparities in academic performance among the high schools in the 07055 zip code. While Passaic Academy for Science and Engineering and Passaic Preparatory Academy are able to provide a higher-quality education, Passaic High School No. 12 lags behind, with lower test scores and a higher chronic absenteeism rate. The high free/reduced lunch rates across all schools also suggest significant socioeconomic challenges facing the student population in this area, underscoring the need for targeted interventions and support to improve educational outcomes.
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