Best Public Schools in West Caldwell, NJ


Summary:

The city of West Caldwell, New Jersey is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 high schools, and no middle schools or alternative schools. The schools in this area serve a predominantly white student population and generally perform well academically, with several standout institutions like James Caldwell High School and Wilson Elementary School leading the way.

James Caldwell High School is a top-performing high school in the state, ranking among the top 100 in New Jersey and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. It boasts strong academic performance, with high proficiency rates in core subjects, a 97.4% four-year graduation rate, and a low 0.4% dropout rate. In contrast, Essex County West Caldwell Technical has a more diverse student population, with a majority Hispanic and African American enrollment, but still maintains a high 95.7% graduation rate.

The Caldwell-West School District, which encompasses the majority of the schools in West Caldwell, is a high-performing district, ranking 181 out of 615 in New Jersey and receiving a 4-star rating. However, the schools in the district serve communities with diverse socioeconomic backgrounds, as evidenced by the wide range in free/reduced lunch rates, from 4.29% at Wilson Elementary School to 79.07% at Essex County West Caldwell Technical. This diversity highlights the unique challenges and resources required to support student success across the district.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the New Jersey Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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