Summary:
The Garfield Public School District in New Jersey has only one middle school, Garfield Middle School, which serves students in grades 6-8. The school's performance has consistently ranked in the bottom third of New Jersey middle schools over the past three school years, indicating a need for improvement in academic achievement.
While Garfield Middle School's performance on standardized tests is generally below the state averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics, the school stands out with its strong performance in NJSLA/Algebra I, where proficiency rates are significantly higher than the state average. However, the school struggles in NJSLA/Mathematics and NJSLA-S/Science, with proficiency rates well below the state benchmarks. Additionally, the school has a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting that socioeconomic factors may be impacting student learning and achievement.
Overall, the data highlights the need for Garfield Middle School to focus on improving its academic performance, particularly in the areas of mathematics and science, while also considering the potential impact of socioeconomic factors on student outcomes. The school's strengths in Algebra I could provide a foundation for developing effective strategies in other subject areas and addressing the challenges faced by the school.
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