Summary:
The city of Elmwood Park, New Jersey is home to 5 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals a mix of strong and struggling schools in the Elmwood Park School District, with some standout performers and others facing challenges.
Gantner Avenue School and Gilbert Avenue School are the top-performing elementary schools, with high proficiency rates on state assessments and other positive metrics. In contrast, Sixteenth Avenue School lags behind in academic performance. At the middle school level, Memorial Middle School stands out with strong Algebra I scores, while the lone high school, Memorial Senior High School, boasts a high graduation rate and low dropout rate.
However, the district as a whole faces challenges, including high chronic absenteeism rates across all schools and low proficiency in Algebra I and Geometry. Additionally, a significant percentage of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating socioeconomic challenges that may be impacting student performance. While some schools are excelling, the data suggests opportunities for improvement, particularly in addressing math proficiency and attendance issues, which could help ensure all students in Elmwood Park receive a high-quality education.
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