Summary:
The 08050 zip code area is home to 8 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools, serving students across multiple school districts. The standout school in the area is the Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science (MATES), a public high school consistently ranked among the top 10 in New Jersey with exceptional test scores and low dropout rates. Another high-performing school is Southern Regional High School, which also boasts strong academic metrics.
The schools in the Stafford Township School District generally have higher free/reduced lunch rates and lower test scores compared to the Southern Regional School District schools, potentially indicating the influence of socioeconomic factors on student performance. Spending per student also varies significantly, with MATES and Southern Regional High School spending around $12,500 per student, while the Stafford Township elementary and middle schools spend between $7,400 and $10,100 per student.
Overall, the 08050 zip code area offers a mix of high-performing and more average-performing schools, with the specialized MATES school standing out as a standout in the region. The data suggests that factors such as school funding, student demographics, and district-level policies may play a role in shaping the academic outcomes of these schools.
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