Summary:
The Cliffside Park School District in New Jersey consists of 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The data reveals a mix of performance across the district, with the middle school standing out as a high performer, while the elementary and high schools show more varied results.
The middle school has the highest statewide ranking among the schools, ranking 323 out of 743 New Jersey middle schools and receiving 3 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger. It also has strong performance on NJSLA tests, with 92.8% of 8th graders proficient or better in Algebra I. In contrast, the elementary schools show mixed results, with one school outperforming the district and state averages in NJSLA English Language Arts and Math tests.
Across the district, there are some concerning trends, such as consistently high chronic absenteeism rates and significant differences in per-student spending, ranging from $11,311 at the high school to $17,165 at one of the elementary schools. These insights suggest opportunities for the district to learn from the middle school's success and implement strategies to address the challenges faced by other schools, ensuring equitable access to high-quality education for all students.
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