Summary:
The city of Totowa, New Jersey is home to two schools - Washington Park School, a middle school, and Memorial School, an elementary school. These schools serve students in the Totowa Public School District.
Washington Park School stands out for its consistently strong academic performance, ranking in the top half of New Jersey middle schools and exceeding state averages in English Language Arts proficiency across all grade levels. The school's 8th grade Algebra I proficiency rate of 90% is particularly impressive, far surpassing the state average of 66%. In contrast, Memorial School has a higher per-student spending of $14,009, compared to $11,100 at Washington Park, which may contribute to its smaller student-teacher ratio of 14.5 versus 12.4 at Washington Park.
Both schools serve diverse student populations, with a mix of white, Hispanic, Asian, and African American students. While Washington Park School has a higher percentage of Hispanic students, Memorial School has a slightly higher percentage of white students. Overall, the data suggests that Washington Park School's focus on core academic subjects and effective teaching practices have led to its strong performance, while Memorial School's higher funding may allow it to provide additional resources and support for its younger, elementary-aged students.
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