Summary:
The East Windsor Regional School District in New Jersey is home to 4 elementary schools serving students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. These schools offer a diverse educational experience, with student populations that are majority minority and a range of academic performance levels across the district.
The standout school in the district is Perry L. Drew Elementary School, which had the highest proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics on the 2022-2023 NJSLA assessments. In contrast, Ethel McKnight Elementary School struggled with a chronic absenteeism rate of 20.2%, significantly higher than the other schools. Funding also varies, with Walter C. Black Elementary School spending over $2,000 more per student than the other schools in the East Windsor Regional School District.
Overall, the elementary schools in this district serve diverse student populations, with Hispanic students making up the largest racial group across the schools. While the district as a whole lags behind the state in academic performance, the standout success of Perry L. Drew suggests there may be best practices that could be replicated to improve outcomes at the other schools. Addressing attendance issues and ensuring equitable access to resources will also be key priorities for the district moving forward.
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