Summary:
The city of Pennsauken, New Jersey is home to 10 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools. The schools in this district serve a diverse student population, with a majority of Hispanic and African American students. While the district as a whole struggles academically, with most schools performing well below state averages, a few standout schools stand out.
Roosevelt Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Elementary School is a high-performing school, with consistently high academic performance, with 81.8% to 100% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 77.3% to 100% proficient or better in Mathematics across grades 3-6. In contrast, Pennsauken High School has particularly low proficiency rates, with only 20.5% of 9th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts and just 4.7% proficient or better in Algebra I.
The data also reveals a potential correlation between the percentage of free and reduced-price lunch recipients and academic performance, with the schools serving more economically disadvantaged students generally performing worse. This highlights the importance of addressing socioeconomic factors and providing additional support and resources to schools serving underprivileged communities. Additionally, the success of Camden County Technical School-Pennsauken, with its high graduation rates and low dropout rates, suggests that specialized programs and curriculum may be effective in improving student outcomes.
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