Summary:
The 08059 zip code area is home to two schools - Mary Bray Elementary School and Raymond W. Kershaw School, both part of the Mt. Ephraim School District. While the schools share similarities in their student demographics, they exhibit notable differences in academic performance and other key metrics.
Raymond W. Kershaw School stands out with stronger academic performance, particularly in English Language Arts, where 69% of 6th graders scored proficient or better on the NJSLA ELA test, compared to the state average of 49%. In contrast, Mary Bray Elementary School's academic performance lags behind state averages across grade levels and subject areas. Additionally, Raymond W. Kershaw School has a lower student-teacher ratio of 8.9, which may contribute to its academic success.
However, both schools face challenges with high chronic absenteeism rates, exceeding the state average. This issue may be impacting academic outcomes and should be addressed. Furthermore, the significant percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at both schools, around 37%, suggests the need to ensure equitable funding and resource allocation to support the needs of all students, regardless of their socioeconomic background.
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