Summary:
The Watchung Borough School District in New Jersey consists of two schools: Bayberry School, an elementary school, and Valley View School, a middle school. The district as a whole is performing well above average, ranking 141 out of 613 districts in the state.
Within the district, Valley View School stands out as a particularly strong performer, ranking in the top 10% of New Jersey middle schools and maintaining a 4 or 5-star rating from SchoolDigger over the past 3 years. The school's test scores are significantly above state averages, with 100% of 8th graders proficient or better in Algebra I, compared to the state average of 73.6%. In contrast, while Bayberry School is a solid elementary school, its state rankings have declined slightly over the past 3 years, from 347 to 437 out of over 1,300 NJ elementary schools.
Both schools in the district have low student-teacher ratios and spend around $9,400-$9,500 per student, which is close to the state average. However, the district serves a relatively affluent student population, with very low free/reduced lunch rates at both schools, suggesting the need to ensure equitable access and support for all students.
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