Summary:
The city of Whiting, New Jersey has only one public elementary school, Whiting Elementary School, which serves grades PK-5 and has a total enrollment of 301 students. The school is part of the Manchester Township School District, which is ranked 454 out of 613 school districts in New Jersey and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Whiting Elementary School's academic performance on the NJSLA (New Jersey Student Learning Assessment) tests is mixed compared to the district and state averages. In some grades and subjects, the school outperforms the district and state, while in others, it underperforms. The school's performance seems to fluctuate from year to year, suggesting the need for a more consistent and targeted approach to improving student outcomes. Additionally, the school has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 16.6%, which is higher than the state average and may be impacting student learning and achievement.
Despite the school's relatively high spending per student of $19,177, the academic performance indicates that these resources may not be effectively utilized or targeted to the areas of greatest need. Furthermore, with 25.25% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, Whiting Elementary School serves a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, which may be a factor in the school's academic performance and could require additional resources and support to ensure these students have the necessary tools to succeed.
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