Summary:
The 08401 zip code in New Jersey is home to a single high school, Atlantic City High School, which serves grades 9-12. The school is part of the Atlantic City School District, which is ranked 544 out of 609 districts in the state and has a 1-star rating.
Atlantic City High School faces several challenges, including low academic performance, high poverty rates, and chronic absenteeism. The school's test scores are significantly below state averages in English Language Arts, Math, and Science, with only 24.2% of 9th graders scoring proficient or better in ELA and just 3% of 10th graders scoring proficient or better in Algebra I. However, the school maintains a relatively high four-year graduation rate of 91.3%, suggesting it is able to keep a majority of its students engaged and on track to graduate, even if they are not meeting proficiency standards.
With over 82% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, Atlantic City High School serves a predominantly low-income student population, which may contribute to the academic challenges the school faces. Additionally, the school's 14.9% chronic absenteeism rate is higher than desired, indicating a need to address attendance and engagement issues among the student body. Overall, the data suggests that Atlantic City High School requires targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes and address the underlying challenges it faces.
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