Summary:
The 07514 zip code area of Paterson, New Jersey is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 2 high schools, and no middle schools or alternative schools. These schools are part of the Paterson Public School District, which is ranked 573 out of 615 school districts in New Jersey and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Among the schools, School 1 stands out as the highest-performing, ranking 784 out of 1,342 New Jersey elementary schools with a 2-star rating. Its test scores are significantly higher than the district and state averages, with over 35% of 3rd graders, 66.6% of 4th graders, and 72% of 5th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts. In contrast, Paterson STEAM High School has the highest graduation rate at 91.9% and the lowest dropout rate at 4.6%, as well as the highest test scores in English Language Arts among the high schools.
Overall, the schools in the 07514 zip code area face significant challenges, with high chronic absenteeism rates, low test scores, and high poverty levels. However, the success of School 1 suggests that with the right resources and support, schools in the Paterson Public School District can achieve better outcomes for their students.
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