Summary:
The Bloomfield Township School District in New Jersey consists of 10 public schools, including 8 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district serves the city of Bloomfield, which has a diverse population and a mix of socioeconomic backgrounds.
Within the district, a few schools stand out as top performers. Oak View Elementary School consistently ranks among the best in the state, with exceptional test scores and over 80% of students proficient in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Brookdale Elementary School and Demarest Elementary School also demonstrate strong academic performance, with proficiency rates above the district and state averages. In contrast, some schools in the district struggle, particularly in mathematics, highlighting the significant disparities in academic achievement across the Bloomfield Township School District.
The district as a whole has a 91.1% four-year graduation rate at Bloomfield High School, which is above the state average. However, the district faces challenges, such as a high 16.6% chronic absenteeism rate across all schools. Additionally, the transition to Bloomfield Middle School appears to be a hurdle for some students, as the school's performance lags behind the top elementary schools. Addressing these issues, as well as the impact of socioeconomic factors on academic achievement, could help improve overall district performance.
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