Summary:
The city of South River, New Jersey is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, operated by the South River Public School District. While the district faces some significant challenges, there are a few standout schools worth highlighting.
South River High School has the highest enrollment with 762 students and a relatively strong 4-year graduation rate of 91.1%. However, its academic performance is concerning, with proficiency rates in core subjects well below state averages. In contrast, South River Middle School stands out for its strong performance in Algebra I, with 79.6% of 8th graders proficient or better, significantly higher than the district and state. Yet, the school struggles in other subject areas.
Across the district, proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science are generally lower than state averages, indicating a need for improvement. Additionally, all schools in the district have a chronic absenteeism rate of 16.6%, which is significantly higher than the state average. The district as a whole is ranked 539 out of 613 districts in New Jersey and is rated 1 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, suggesting significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to its students.
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