Summary:
The 08009 zip code area is home to two elementary schools, Berlin Community School and Winslow Township Elementary School Five, which serve students from diverse backgrounds and with varying academic performance.
Berlin Community School stands out as a relatively high-performing school, with proficiency rates above the state average in several grade levels for English Language Arts and Mathematics. The school also has a lower percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (10.91%) compared to the state average, and maintains a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 10.1. In contrast, Winslow Township Elementary School Five serves a more diverse student population, with a higher percentage of African American (49.16%) and Hispanic (25.08%) students, and a significantly higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch (48.66%), indicating a higher level of economic disadvantage. This school struggles academically, with proficiency rates well below the state average in both English Language Arts and Mathematics.
The data reveals a stark contrast in academic performance between the two schools, which may be influenced by factors such as socioeconomic status, resource allocation, and teaching quality. The higher per-student spending at Berlin Community School ($11,413) compared to Winslow Township Elementary School Five ($10,298) suggests potential inequities in funding that could contribute to the performance gap. These findings highlight the importance of addressing educational disparities and ensuring equitable access to resources and opportunities for all students, regardless of their socioeconomic or racial background.
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