Summary:
The Elmwood Park School District in New Jersey has only one high school, Memorial Senior High School, which serves students in grades 9-12. The school's performance has been a concern, with its statewide ranking fluctuating and generally falling below state averages in key metrics like standardized test scores and graduation rates.
Memorial Senior High School's academic performance has been declining, with its statewide ranking dropping from 207th out of 415 high schools in 2021-2022 to 311th out of 422 high schools in 2022-2023. The school's performance on standardized tests, particularly in math, is significantly below the state average, with only 16.1% of students proficient or better in NJSLA/Algebra I, compared to the state average of 39.7%. The school's graduation rate of 91.1% in 2022-2023 is also slightly below the state average.
Socioeconomic factors may be contributing to the school's challenges, as it has a 32.01% free and reduced-price lunch rate, indicating a significant population of students from low-income families. The school's per-student spending of $8,340 for the 2018-2019 school year was also lower than the state average. These factors suggest that Memorial Senior High School may require additional resources and support to address the needs of its student population and improve academic outcomes.
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