Palmyra Public School District


Summary:

The Palmyra Public School District in New Jersey operates three schools: Charles Street School (an elementary school), Palmyra High School, and Palmyra Middle School. While the district faces some challenges, including low state rankings and underperformance on standardized tests, it also has several strengths, such as high graduation rates and relatively small school sizes.

Palmyra High School stands out with an impressive 94.3% four-year graduation rate and a 0.0% dropout rate, indicating that the school is effectively supporting its students. In contrast, Palmyra Middle School has seen a decline in its state-wide ranking, suggesting room for improvement. Charles Street School has a relatively diverse student body, with 44.12% of students identifying as non-white, which could present opportunities for the district to foster inclusive and equitable learning environments.

Overall, the Palmyra Public School District faces challenges, such as high chronic absenteeism rates and underperformance on standardized tests compared to state averages. However, the district's small school sizes and low student-teacher ratios could be leveraged to implement targeted interventions and support to improve student outcomes. With a focus on addressing these areas, the district has the potential to enhance the educational experiences and success of its students.

District Detail

 301 Delaware Avenue
Palmyra, NJ 08065

 (856) 786-9300

SchoolDigger Rank:
486th of 615 New Jersey districts

See the 2023 New Jersey District rankings!
Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 985

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 1
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the New Jersey Department of Education.

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