Summary:
The Community Charter School of Paterson is the sole elementary school located within the Community Charter School of Paterson district in Paterson, New Jersey. This public charter school serves grades K-8 with a total enrollment of 874 students, the majority of whom are Hispanic (71.05%) and African American (26.77%).
While the school boasts a diverse student population, its academic performance is quite low compared to state averages. Proficiency rates on state assessments range from just 20.2% to 32.3% in English Language Arts and 5.1% to 19.6% in Mathematics, well below the New Jersey state averages. The school also struggles with a high chronic absenteeism rate of 23.7%, which likely contributes to the poor academic outcomes. Additionally, the school is ranked in the bottom 10% of New Jersey elementary schools by SchoolDigger, with a 1-star rating out of 5.
The data suggests that the Community Charter School of Paterson faces significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to its predominantly minority and economically disadvantaged student population. With low academic performance, high absenteeism, and a poor overall ranking, the school may require targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes and ensure equitable educational opportunities for all learners.
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