Summary:
The 08084 zip code area is home to two elementary schools, Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School and Parkview Elementary School, both part of the Stratford School District. While the district is ranked 325 out of 615 in New Jersey and has a 2-star rating, the schools in this area show some notable differences in academic performance and student demographics.
Samuel S. Yellin Elementary School stands out with relatively strong academic performance, particularly in English Language Arts, where proficiency rates exceed district and state averages. However, the school's math proficiency rates lag behind, especially in the upper grades. Interestingly, Samuel S. Yellin has exceptional Algebra I proficiency rates, with 81.5% of students scoring proficient or better, far exceeding the state average of 35.1%. In contrast, Parkview Elementary School has a slightly more diverse student population, with a higher percentage of minority students compared to Samuel S. Yellin.
Both schools have a significant percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, with Samuel S. Yellin spending $12,787 per student and Parkview spending $10,763 per student. The relatively high chronic absenteeism rates at both schools, particularly Samuel S. Yellin, suggest a need to investigate the underlying causes and implement strategies to improve student attendance.
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