Summary:
The city of Merchantville, New Jersey has only one public school serving grades PK-8, Merchantville Elementary School, which is part of the Merchantville School District. While the school has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 10.3, its overall performance and rankings are below average compared to other New Jersey elementary schools.
Merchantville Elementary School's academic performance, as measured by standardized test scores, is consistently below the state averages across grade levels and subject areas. The school's 3rd-grade English Language Arts proficiency rate was 26.3% in 2023-2024, compared to the state average of 43.6%. Additionally, the school has a high chronic absenteeism rate of 16.6%, which is concerning as it is often linked to lower academic achievement.
The school serves a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, with 31.03% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2022-2023. This may require the school to allocate additional resources and support to address the unique needs of its student population. The school's statewide ranking has also fluctuated in recent years, suggesting inconsistent performance compared to other New Jersey elementary schools.
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