Summary:
The city of Somers Point, New Jersey is home to 3 schools serving students from elementary through high school. The data reveals a mixed picture of academic performance and student outcomes across the schools in this area. While some schools, like Chartertech High School for the Performing Arts, have promising graduation and dropout rates, their academic proficiency lags behind. Conversely, the Somers Point School District, which includes Jordan Road Elementary School and Dawes Avenue Elementary School, is underperforming overall, ranking 545 out of 613 districts in New Jersey.
The data reveals stark differences in academic performance between the schools. For example, in 8th grade Algebra I, Jordan Road Elementary School had 66.7% proficiency, while Chartertech High School for the Performing Arts had only 10.8% proficiency. This suggests that some schools within the Somers Point area are better equipped to support student learning and achievement than others. Additionally, all three schools have high rates of chronic absenteeism, ranging from 16.6% to 16.6%, which may contribute to the academic challenges faced by the district.
Another key finding is the high percentage of economically disadvantaged students across the schools, with all three having a majority of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 58.85% to 72.97%. This indicates that the Somers Point area has a significant population of students from low-income households, which may impact the resources and support available to these schools. Targeted interventions and additional funding may be needed to address these challenges and improve educational outcomes for the students in Somers Point.
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