Summary:
The 11 schools in zip code 08096 serve students from elementary through high school, spanning three different school districts: Deptford Township Public School District, West Deptford Township School District, and Woodbury City Public School District. While some schools, like Good Intent Elementary School and Walnut Street School, outperform their district and state averages, others struggle with lower test scores and higher chronic absenteeism rates.
The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance between the schools, with Good Intent Elementary School and Walnut Street School ranking among the highest in the area, while schools like West End Memorial Elementary School and Evergreen Avenue Elementary School lag behind. This disparity seems to be linked to socioeconomic factors, as the schools with higher free and reduced lunch rates generally perform worse academically.
Across the board, the schools in zip code 08096 face challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates, which may contribute to the performance gaps. Additionally, the significant differences in spending per student, ranging from $6,306 to $16,391, raise questions about the equity of resource allocation and its potential impact on student outcomes. Overall, the data highlights the need for targeted interventions and a closer examination of the factors contributing to the disparities in academic achievement among the schools in this area.
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