Summary:
The Manchester Township School District in New Jersey serves students from 6 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. The district faces some challenges, with most schools performing below the state average on standardized tests, particularly in mathematics. However, there are also some standout schools within the district.
Whiting Elementary School stands out as the top performer, with over 50% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics for grades 3-5, as well as the highest 5th grade science proficiency rate at 28.6%. In contrast, Manchester Township High School struggles with low test scores, particularly in Algebra I and Geometry, despite having a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 91.1% and a low dropout rate of 1.2%.
Across the district, there are concerns about high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 16.6% to 26.6%, which may be impacting student learning and achievement. Additionally, the district serves a significant population of economically disadvantaged students, with free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 25.25% to 48.74% across the schools. The differences in per-student spending, from $12,964 at Manchester Township Elementary to $19,177 at Whiting Elementary, may also be a factor in the disparities in performance observed within the district.
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