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Best Public Schools in Zip Code 08527


At a glance
11
Schools
7,434
Students
3
Districts
Top rankedElms Elementary School719th of 1,347 New Jersey elementary schools
Biggest riser
Lucy N. Holman Elementary School up 25 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Christa McAuliffe Middle School 10.1 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
2★
1★
2 schools without a SchoolDigger rating (too few tested students)
Summary:

The 08527 zip code area in Jackson, New Jersey is home to 10 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 1 alternative school, all part of the Jackson Township School District. The district is ranked 463 out of 609 districts in New Jersey and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Among the standout schools in the area, Carl W. Goetz Middle School ranks 391 out of 752 New Jersey middle schools and has a 2-star rating, with strong test scores in subjects like Algebra I and Geometry. Elms Elementary School also stands out for its high proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, exceeding the district and state averages. Additionally, Howard C. Johnson Elementary School performs well in Mathematics, with proficiency rates above the district and state levels.

The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance among the schools, with some institutions, like Carl W. Goetz Middle School and Elms Elementary School, performing much better than others, such as Lucy N. Holman Elementary School and Howard C. Johnson Elementary School. This suggests the need for targeted interventions and support to address the achievement gaps. Additionally, the wide range in per-student spending across the schools does not necessarily translate to better academic outcomes, highlighting the importance of factors beyond just funding, such as instructional practices, teacher quality, and school leadership.

Ranking:
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the New Jersey Department of Education.

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