Summary:
The Jefferson Township Public School District in New Jersey has one middle school, Jefferson Township Middle School, serving grades 6-8. The school's academic performance is mixed, with strong proficiency in 8th grade Algebra I but lower-than-average scores in ELA and Math, particularly in the younger grades. While the school's racial makeup is predominantly White, its chronic absenteeism rate is lower than the state average, indicating good student attendance.
Compared to state-level data, Jefferson Township Middle School excels in 8th grade Algebra I proficiency, with 91.6% of students meeting or exceeding standards, well above the 66% statewide average. However, the school's ELA and Math proficiency rates in 6th and 7th grades lag behind state averages, suggesting room for improvement in these core academic areas. The school's spending per student of $9,950 is in line with the state's average, indicating adequate funding for educational resources.
The Jefferson Township Public School District as a whole is ranked 316 out of 615 districts in New Jersey and is rated 2 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger, indicating that the district has opportunities for enhancement in its overall performance. While Jefferson Township Middle School has some strengths, such as its strong Algebra I proficiency and low chronic absenteeism, the district's ranking suggests that continued focus on improving academic outcomes and addressing equity concerns could benefit the school and its students.
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