Summary:
The 07712 zip code area is home to 10 schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school grades, spread across two school districts - the Township of Ocean School District and the Asbury Park School District. The data reveals a stark contrast in performance between the two districts, with the Township of Ocean schools generally outperforming their counterparts in the Asbury Park district.
Among the standout schools in the area, Wanamassa Elementary School consistently ranks as one of the top elementary schools in the state, with strong test scores and a relatively low free/reduced lunch rate. Similarly, Township of Ocean Intermediate School is a high-performing middle school with above-average test scores and a lower chronic absenteeism rate. In contrast, while Asbury Park High School has a relatively high graduation rate and low dropout rate, its test scores remain well below the state average.
The data also highlights the challenges faced by the Asbury Park School District, with its schools struggling across multiple metrics, including very low test scores, high chronic absenteeism, and high poverty rates. This suggests systemic issues that need to be addressed. Additionally, the region is home to two specialized schools, The Shore Center and Regional Achievement Academy, which likely serve students with unique needs and challenges, as reflected in their high per-student spending.
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