Summary:
The city of Galloway, New Jersey is home to 7 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving students from kindergarten through 12th grade. These schools are a mix of public and public charter institutions, with varying levels of academic performance and student demographics.
Among the standout schools, Reeds Road Elementary School shines with the highest performance on standardized tests, with over 50% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics. In contrast, Atlantic Community Charter School has a unique student demographic, with a majority African American and Hispanic student population, and lags behind in overall performance, despite having the highest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 93.33%.
Across the district, graduation rates are generally strong, with Absegami High School boasting a 91.9% four-year graduation rate. However, chronic absenteeism is a concern, with several schools, including Absegami High School (23.1%), Galloway Township Middle School (12.2%), and Atlantic Community Charter School (46.0%), experiencing high rates. The Galloway Township Public School District as a whole is ranked 465 out of 615 in New Jersey and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating significant room for improvement across the district.
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