Summary:
The city of Lakewood, New Jersey is home to 9 schools, including 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The schools in this district serve a predominantly Hispanic student population, with some schools having over 90% Hispanic enrollment. While a few standout schools like Ella G Clarke Elementary School and Clifton Ave Grade School perform above the state average on standardized tests, many of the Lakewood schools struggle academically, with low proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics.
Chronic absenteeism is a significant issue across the district, with several schools reporting rates over 20%, including Spruce Street Elementary (58.0%), Piner Elementary (37.9%), and Lakewood High School (33.6%). Additionally, the majority of the schools have very high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 78.81% at Lakewood Early Childhood Center to 96.82% at Oak Street Elementary School, indicating significant socioeconomic challenges in the district.
Despite these challenges, the Lakewood Township School District and the Ocean Academy Charter School serve a diverse student population, with Lakewood High School standing out for its 91.15% Hispanic enrollment and relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 82.3%. Addressing the district's academic and attendance issues will be crucial to improving educational outcomes for all students in Lakewood.
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