Summary:
The 08048 zip code area is home to 4 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. These schools serve a diverse student population with varying levels of economic need, as reflected in the free/reduced lunch rates. While the schools generally perform below state averages on standardized tests, Lumberton Middle School stands out as the highest performer, particularly in Algebra I.
The most notable school in the area is Lumberton Campus, a high school with a very small student population of only 41 students. This school has the highest percentage of free/reduced lunch recipients at 51.22%, indicating a high-need student population. However, it also has an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 3.7, suggesting a focus on individualized attention. Interestingly, Lumberton Campus has significantly higher spending per student at $71,054 compared to the other schools in the area.
Across the schools, chronic absenteeism rates range from 15.2% at Bobby's Run Elementary to 22.5% at Ashbrook Elementary, highlighting the need to address attendance issues. The schools also vary in their racial diversity, with Lumberton Campus having the highest percentage of non-White students at 70.73% and Ashbrook Elementary having the lowest at 55.12%. These disparities underscore the importance of ensuring equitable access to high-quality educational opportunities for all students in the Lumberton Township Board of Education and Burlington County Special Services School District.
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