Summary:
The city of Fairfield, New Jersey is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools and 2 high schools. The data reveals several standout schools in the area, with Winston S. Churchill School emerging as the top performer. This elementary school consistently outperforms state and district averages in both English Language Arts and Math proficiency, with 63.6% of 6th graders proficient or better in ELA and 40% proficient or better in Math. The school's strong academic performance is likely due to factors such as effective teaching, a supportive learning environment, and engaged students.
Another standout school is Adlai E. Stevenson School, an elementary school that ranks in the top 30% of New Jersey elementary schools. The school has a very low student-teacher ratio of 8.7, suggesting a personalized learning environment. Additionally, the school's free and reduced-price lunch rate of 3.88% is significantly lower than the state average, indicating a relatively affluent student population.
In contrast, Essex Campus Academy and Essex High School have very small enrollments of 17 and 15 students, respectively. This raises questions about the viability and effectiveness of such small high school settings, and whether they are able to provide a comprehensive educational experience for their students. The data also suggests a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with the more affluent Adlai E. Stevenson School outperforming the more economically disadvantaged Essex Campus Academy.
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