Summary:
Dunellen Public School District has only one middle school, Lincoln Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. The school's academic performance has been declining, with its statewide ranking dropping from 476 out of 745 New Jersey middle schools in 2021-2022 to 539 out of 743 in 2023-2024. Lincoln Middle School's proficiency rates on standardized tests are generally below the state averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
Socioeconomic factors may be contributing to the school's challenges, as 39.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2022-2023, and the school's per-student spending was below the state average. Additionally, the school had a concerning chronic absenteeism rate of 16.6% in 2022-2023. However, the school's relatively low student-teacher ratio of 14.8 could be a potential strength, as it may allow for more individualized attention and support for students.
Overall, Dunellen Public School District faces significant challenges in improving the academic performance of Lincoln Middle School. Addressing issues such as low proficiency rates, high chronic absenteeism, and socioeconomic disparities will likely require a comprehensive approach, including targeted interventions, resource allocation, and collaboration with the broader community.
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