Summary:
The Garfield Public School District in New Jersey consists of 12 schools, including 10 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving a diverse student population. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and lower-performing schools, with a few standout elementary schools leading the way in academic achievement.
The top-performing elementary schools in the district are Washington Irving School #4 and Thomas Jefferson School #9, which rank in the top 25% of New Jersey elementary schools. These schools boast strong test scores, low chronic absenteeism rates, and a higher percentage of white students compared to the district average. The James Madison School #10 also stands out with the lowest student-teacher ratio among the elementary schools, contributing to its academic success.
While the district's overall test scores are below the state averages, Garfield High School maintains a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 89.7% and a low dropout rate of 0.7%, suggesting the district is able to support students in completing their high school education. However, chronic absenteeism remains a concern across the district, with rates ranging from 12.0% to 29.8%, indicating a need for targeted interventions to improve student attendance.
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