Burlington Township School District

The Burlington Township School District in New Jersey operates 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district serves a diverse student population with a mix of racial and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Burlington Township High School stands out as the top-performing school in the district, ranking 193 out of 422 New Jersey high schools and earning a 3-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school boasts a high graduation rate of 92.9% and strong performance in NJSLA/Geometry assessments, with 62.6% of students proficient or better, compared to the state average of 50%. In contrast, the district's elementary and middle schools generally perform below state averages on NJSLA assessments, with the exception of Burlington Township Middle School at Springside, which excels in NJSLA/Algebra I with 94.3% of students proficient or better, significantly higher than the state average of 66%.

Across the district, there are concerns about high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 12.4% at Burlington Township High School to 35.2% at B. Bernice Young Elementary School. Additionally, the district should examine its resource allocation, as spending per student varies from $9,651 at Burlington Township Middle School at Springside to $11,154 at B. Bernice Young Elementary School, potentially impacting educational opportunities and outcomes for students.