Runnemede Public School District

The Runnemede Public School District in New Jersey operates three schools: two elementary schools (Aline Bingham Elementary School and Grade Downing Elementary School) and one middle school (Mary E. Volz Elementary School). The data reveals notable differences in academic performance and school characteristics across these institutions.

Among the standout schools, Grade Downing Elementary School emerges as the top performer, with the highest statewide ranking, strongest 3rd-grade proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics, and a relatively low student-teacher ratio. In contrast, Mary E. Volz Elementary School stands out for its higher-than-average proficiency rates in English Language Arts, particularly in the 7th grade. However, all three schools struggle with chronic absenteeism rates well above the state's target, indicating a need for targeted interventions to address this issue.

The data also reveals disparities in student demographics and per-student spending across the schools, but these factors do not necessarily correlate with academic performance. For instance, Grade Downing Elementary School, the highest-performing school, has the lowest per-student spending, while Aline Bingham Elementary School, the lowest-performing school, has the highest per-student spending. This suggests that factors beyond just funding, such as resource allocation and instructional practices, may play a more significant role in driving student outcomes within the Runnemede Public School District.