Summary:
The city of East Rutherford, New Jersey is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The schools in this area demonstrate a mix of strong academic performance and areas for potential improvement. Alfred S. Faust Middle School stands out as the highest-performing school, ranking 209 out of 748 New Jersey middle schools and earning a 4 out of 5 star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's students also demonstrated strong proficiency in English Language Arts, significantly exceeding state averages.
At the elementary level, McKenzie School performed well on 3rd-grade state assessments, with proficiency rates above the state averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics. This school also has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 9.5, which may contribute to its academic success. In contrast, Henry P. Becton Regional High School had a 91.1% four-year graduation rate, which is above the state average, and a 0.0% dropout rate, indicating excellent student retention.
The schools in East Rutherford serve a diverse student population, with a mix of white, African American, Hispanic, and Asian students. While the schools have maintained relatively consistent performance over the past few years, the significant variation in free/reduced lunch rates among the schools may indicate potential equity issues, as schools with higher rates of economically disadvantaged students may face additional challenges. Overall, the data suggests that the East Rutherford School District and the Carlstadt-East Rutherford Regional High School District have some strong-performing schools, but also areas for improvement to ensure equitable access to quality education for all students.
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