Summary:
The city of Spotswood, New Jersey is home to 4 public schools serving students from elementary through high school. The schools in this Spotswood Public School District show a mix of performance, with some standout schools and areas for improvement across the district.
Among the elementary schools, E Raymond Appleby Elementary School stands out with the highest statewide ranking, strong test scores, and lower chronic absenteeism compared to the other elementary school. In contrast, G Austin Schoenly Elementary School has the highest chronic absenteeism rate in the district at 35.8%. At the high school level, Spotswood High School has the highest statewide ranking, a strong 90.8% 4-year graduation rate, but lower test scores in key subjects like Algebra I and Science.
Overall, the Spotswood Public School District is ranked 389 out of 615 districts in New Jersey and rated 2 stars out of 5, indicating room for improvement. However, the data shows significant variation in performance between individual schools, with E Raymond Appleby Elementary and Spotswood High School standing out as the stronger-performing schools in the district. The district should focus on addressing areas of concern, such as low proficiency in Algebra I and Science, as well as high chronic absenteeism rates, to ensure all students have access to a high-quality education.
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