Summary:
The city of West Collingswood, New Jersey is home to a single elementary school, Thomas Sharp Elementary School, which serves students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. The school is part of the Collingswood Public School District and has a diverse student population, with 42.71% white, 17.19% African American, 26.04% Hispanic, 3.65% Asian, and 9.9% two or more races.
While Thomas Sharp Elementary School's student-teacher ratio of 9.2 is the lowest among the district's 5 elementary schools, the school's academic performance is a significant concern. Proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science are all well below the district and state averages, with only 15.4% of 3rd graders and 33.4% of 5th graders proficient or better in ELA. The school also struggles with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 25.7%, which may be contributing to the low academic outcomes. Additionally, the school's diverse student population does not appear to be achieving equitable results, suggesting the need for more targeted interventions and support.
Despite the school's relatively low spending per student of $12,962, the resources do not seem to be translating into improved academic performance. The data indicates that Thomas Sharp Elementary School is facing significant challenges in providing a high-quality education for its students, and further investigation into the root causes and implementation of targeted strategies may be necessary to address these issues and improve student outcomes.
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