Summary:
The 07029 zip code area is home to 6 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. These schools are part of the Harrison Public Schools district, except for East Newark Elementary School which is part of the East Newark School District. The data reveals stark differences in performance across these schools, with some standouts and areas of concern.
East Newark Elementary School stands out as the lowest-performing school, ranking in the bottom 10% of New Jersey elementary schools and consistently scoring below state and district averages on assessments. In contrast, Harrison High School has the highest graduation rate (91.1%) and lowest dropout rate (1.2%) among the schools, though its test scores are mixed.
Across the district, the schools face challenges such as high chronic absenteeism rates (16.6%) and a large proportion of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (72.52% to 84.14%), indicating significant economic disadvantage. Spending per student also varies widely, from $10,532 at East Newark Elementary School to $16,899 at Lincoln Elementary School. These disparities suggest the need for targeted interventions and support to address equity issues and improve educational outcomes for all students in the 07029 zip code area.
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