Summary:
The 07304 zip code of Jersey City, New Jersey is home to 12 schools, including 8 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 2 alternative schools. This diverse area presents a range of educational options for students, though the data reveals significant performance gaps between the highest and lowest-performing schools.
Among the standout schools in the area is Learning Community Charter School, a public charter elementary/middle school that ranks among the top 30% of New Jersey elementary schools and demonstrates strong academic performance, with proficiency rates exceeding the state average in both English Language Arts and Mathematics. Another high-performing school is Dr. Paul Rafalides School, a public elementary school that ranks in the top 60% of New Jersey elementary schools and has above-average proficiency rates in 3rd and 4th grade English Language Arts and Mathematics. In contrast, Lincoln High School struggles with relatively low proficiency rates in Algebra I and Geometry compared to the state average.
The data also reveals challenges with chronic absenteeism, which is high across most schools in the 07304 zip code, and disparities in resource allocation, with per-student spending ranging from $8,106 at Empowerment Academy Charter School to $15,626 at Ollie Culbreth Junior School. These factors may contribute to the performance gaps observed in the area, suggesting the need for targeted interventions and equitable resource distribution to support the academic success of all students in the 07304 zip code.
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