Summary:
The city of South Orange, New Jersey is home to a diverse set of 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. These schools serve students from a range of socioeconomic and racial backgrounds, with varying levels of academic performance and resource allocation.
Among the standout schools in the area is STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges, a high school that has consistently ranked among the top 54 high schools in New Jersey over the past 3 years. Despite serving a predominantly minority and economically disadvantaged student population, the school's students perform exceptionally well on state assessments, with 89.1% proficient or better in English Language Arts and 77.8% in Geometry. In contrast, South Mountain Elementary School has a more balanced racial makeup and also performs well, with 74.7% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts for grade 4 and 65.9% in Mathematics for grade 5.
The data also reveals significant differences in the socioeconomic status of the schools, as measured by the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. This ranges from 2.59% at Marshall Elementary School to 80.86% at STEM Innovation Academy of the Oranges. Additionally, the spending per student varies widely, from $4,860 at Marshall Elementary School to $14,052 at Montrose Early Childhood Center, highlighting the potential impact of resource allocation on student outcomes.
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