Summary:
The Neptune Township School District in New Jersey consists of 7 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district's schools exhibit a diverse student population and a range of academic performance, with some standout schools and areas for improvement.
Among the elementary schools, Shark River Hills Elementary School stands out with the lowest student-teacher ratio and the highest percentage of white students, while Summerfield Elementary School has the highest academic performance, with the best proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics. However, the district's overall performance on state assessments is generally below the state averages, with significant disparities in academic outcomes across the schools, potentially indicating equity challenges.
Attendance issues are a concern, particularly at the high school level, where Neptune High School has a 36% chronic absenteeism rate. The district also faces challenges with graduation and dropout rates at the high school, which are areas for improvement compared to state averages. The data suggests a correlation between socioeconomic status and academic performance, with higher-poverty schools generally underperforming compared to their lower-poverty counterparts.
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