Magnolia School District

The Magnolia School District in New Jersey consists of a single elementary school, Magnolia Elementary, serving grades PK-8 with a total enrollment of 388 students. The school's diverse student population includes 45.88% white, 22.42% African American, 20.1% Hispanic, 3.35% Asian, and 7.73% two or more races, with 41.24% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.

Academically, Magnolia Elementary faces significant challenges, with proficiency rates in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science well below state averages. The school's overall statewide ranking for elementary schools in New Jersey is low, ranging from 965 out of 1,317 schools in 2020-2021 to 1,064 out of 1,345 schools in 2021-2022, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. Additionally, the school's chronic absenteeism rate of 12.7% is a concern that may be contributing to the academic struggles.

Despite the school's relatively high per-student spending of $15,707 and low student-to-teacher ratio of 9.6, the academic performance data suggests that these resources may not be effectively translating into improved student outcomes. This highlights the need for a comprehensive review of Magnolia Elementary's practices, resource allocation, and targeted interventions to address the academic and demographic challenges faced by the school and its students.