Summary:
The 08215 zip code in New Jersey is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. While the academic performance varies significantly across these institutions, the data reveals some key insights about the educational landscape in this area.
Cedar Creek High School stands out as the top-performing school in the zip code, ranking 194th out of 422 New Jersey high schools and earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts a strong 91.3% 4-year graduation rate and a low 1.0% dropout rate, while also outperforming the district and state averages on several standardized test metrics, including ELA and Geometry proficiency. In contrast, Egg Harbor City Community School, a middle school, struggles with very low proficiency rates on ELA and Math assessments, well below state averages, and has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 14.9%.
The data also reveals significant disparities in resource allocation and spending per student across the schools in the 08215 zip code. While Pomona Preschool has the highest spending per student at $20,846, it is not included in the school ranking data, suggesting that higher spending does not necessarily translate to better academic outcomes. Additionally, the Greater Egg Harbor Regional High School District and Egg Harbor City School District are both ranked in the bottom 20% of districts in New Jersey, indicating systemic challenges that may be impacting the schools in this area.
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