Summary:
The 07514 zip code area of Paterson, New Jersey is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools and 2 high schools, all part of the Paterson Public School District. This district is ranked 561 out of 609 districts in New Jersey and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating significant challenges in the area's educational landscape.
Among the schools, School 1 stands out as a relative bright spot, ranking 578 out of 1,347 New Jersey elementary schools and earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. Its test scores in English Language Arts and Mathematics are significantly higher than the district and state averages, suggesting effective practices that could be replicated at other schools. In contrast, the high schools, Paterson STEAM High School and Rosa L. Parks School of Fine and Performing Arts, have lower proficiency rates than the state average, though still higher than the district average in some subjects.
The data also reveals high rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 14.9% across all schools, and a significant percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a population facing significant socioeconomic challenges. The differences in spending per student and student-teacher ratios between the elementary and high schools suggest that resource allocation may be an area of focus for the district to ensure equitable distribution of funding and staffing. Overall, the data highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to address the systemic challenges facing the Paterson Public School District and improve educational outcomes for students in the 07514 zip code area.
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