Summary:
The 07885 zip code area is home to 4 public schools, including 3 elementary schools and 1 middle school. The schools in this area show notable differences in academic performance, with Catherine A Dwyer Elementary School consistently outperforming the other elementary schools in test scores and ranking 501 out of 1,347 New Jersey elementary schools. Meanwhile, Alfred C. MacKinnon Middle School has the highest statewide ranking among the schools, ranking 362 out of 752 New Jersey middle schools.
Socioeconomic factors appear to play a role in the schools' performance, as the schools with higher free/reduced lunch rates, such as Marie V. Duffy Elementary School, tend to have lower test scores and rankings compared to schools with lower free/reduced lunch rates, like Catherine A Dwyer Elementary. Additionally, the school with the highest spending per student, Catherine A Dwyer Elementary, also has the highest performance metrics, suggesting a potential link between funding and educational outcomes.
Chronic absenteeism is a concern across all the schools in the 07885 zip code area, with all schools reporting a rate of 14.9%, which is higher than the state average. This could be an area that warrants further investigation and intervention. Overall, the data provides a comprehensive look at the schools in this area, highlighting both strengths and areas for improvement, and suggests that factors such as socioeconomic status and funding may play a significant role in shaping the academic performance of these schools.
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