Summary:
The 07017 zip code area of East Orange, New Jersey is home to 17 schools, including 11 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 3 high schools. The data reveals a mix of performance across these schools, with some standouts like East Orange STEM Academy High School and J. Garfield Jackson Senior Academy demonstrating stronger academic achievement, while others struggle with lower proficiency rates and higher chronic absenteeism.
The three high schools in the area all have a commendable 91.1% four-year graduation rate and a low 1.2% dropout rate. However, the data also highlights significant performance gaps between the highest and lowest-performing schools, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics. This suggests a need for targeted interventions and support to address these disparities. Additionally, the consistently high chronic absenteeism rate of 16.6% across all schools is a concern that may be impacting overall academic performance.
The schools in this area face significant socioeconomic challenges, with high rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 48.28% to 78.04%. The wide range in spending per student, from $7,509 at East Orange Community Charter School to $15,694 at Whitney E. Houston Academy, raises questions about the equity and efficiency of resource allocation within the East Orange School District and the East Orange Community Charter School district.
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