Summary:
The Trenton Public School District in New Jersey is home to 9 middle schools serving grades 4-8, with a total student population of around 4,700. Despite higher-than-average per-student spending, these schools face significant challenges, with extremely low academic performance, high chronic absenteeism, and concerns around equity and resource allocation.
Among the standout schools, Clara Parker Elementary School stands out with the highest proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics across the 4th-6th grade levels, as well as a relatively lower chronic absenteeism rate compared to other schools in the district. In contrast, Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School and Holland Middle School struggle with proficiency rates well below the state average, with less than 2% of 8th-grade students proficient in Math.
The data paints a concerning picture for the Trenton Public School District, with chronic absenteeism rates ranging from 20.5% to 45.9% and proficiency rates on state assessments that are dramatically lower than the state average. These challenges highlight the need for a comprehensive approach to address systemic inequities and improve student engagement, instructional quality, and access to educational resources in these middle schools.
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