Summary:
The city of Stanhope, New Jersey is home to 4 schools serving students from elementary through high school, including 2 Byram Township School District elementary schools, 1 Byram Township School District middle school, and 1 Lenape Valley Regional High School District high school. The data reveals a mix of academic performance across these schools, with a few standouts leading the way.
Byram Intermediate School, the district's middle school, consistently ranks among the top 20% of New Jersey middle schools and earns a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. It boasts particularly strong performance in English Language Arts, with 60-80% of students proficient or better across grades 5-8. In contrast, Byram Lakes Elementary and Valley Road School have more room for improvement, especially in math. Meanwhile, Lenape Valley Regional High School stands out with a high 4-year graduation rate of 91.1% and a low dropout rate of 1.2%, indicating strong support for students to complete their high school education.
Across the district, the chronic absenteeism rate is high, suggesting attendance may be an area for improvement. Spending per student also varies significantly, from $13,821 at Byram Lakes Elementary to $15,677 at Lenape Valley Regional High School, which may contribute to the differences in academic performance observed. Overall, the data provides a comprehensive look at the schools in Stanhope, highlighting both areas of strength and opportunities for improvement across the district.
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