Summary:
The 07403 zip code in New Jersey is home to 3 schools - 2 elementary schools (Samuel R. Donald Elementary School and Martha B. Day Elementary School) and 1 middle school (Walter T. Bergen Middle School), all part of the Bloomingdale School District. These schools have shown a mix of strong and average performance, with some standout metrics and areas for improvement.
Walter T. Bergen Middle School stands out for its exceptional performance on the NJSLA/Algebra I assessment, with 92.8% of students scoring proficient or better, far exceeding the state average of 72.7%. The school also has a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate of 14.9% and a favorable student-teacher ratio of 10.4. Samuel R. Donald Elementary School also impresses with its high proficiency rates in NJSLA/Mathematics, where 75.4% of 4th graders scored proficient or better, significantly higher than the state average of 46.7%.
However, the data also reveals some disparities in proficiency rates across grade levels and subject areas. Additionally, all three schools in the 07403 zip code share a consistent chronic absenteeism rate of 14.9%, which could benefit from further investigation and targeted interventions. The data suggests a potential correlation between higher spending per student and stronger academic performance, as seen in the case of the elementary schools. Overall, the schools in this area present a mix of strengths and areas for improvement, offering opportunities for collaboration and sharing of best practices to enhance the educational experience for students in the community.
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