Summary:
The Salem City School District in New Jersey operates three schools: Salem Middle School, Salem High School, and John Fenwick Academy. The district as a whole is ranked 607 out of 613 school districts in the state and is rated 0 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating significant challenges across the schools.
None of the three schools in the district appear to be standouts, as all are performing well below state averages on key metrics. Standardized test scores are alarmingly low, with proficiency rates in the single digits or low teens across various subjects and grade levels. Chronic absenteeism rates are also high, ranging from 16.6% to 16.6%, which is significantly higher than the state average. The schools serve a population with high levels of economic disadvantage, as evidenced by the high percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 52.14% to 79.26%.
The data suggests that the Salem City School District faces significant systemic challenges that have persisted over time, with little to no improvement in the schools' statewide rankings in recent years. Addressing these issues will likely require a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach to improve educational outcomes for the students in this community.
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