Summary:
The 08104 zip code of Camden, New Jersey is home to 6 schools serving predominantly minority student populations, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 alternative schools. While these schools have relatively high per-student spending, they struggle with extremely low academic performance, high rates of chronic absenteeism, and significant educational inequities.
The two alternative schools, Camden Prep Inc. and Freedom Prep Charter School, have the highest enrollment and spending but the lowest academic proficiency rates, raising questions about the effectiveness of the alternative school model in this context. In contrast, Morgan Village Middle School, the only dedicated middle school, has the lowest enrollment but shows some bright spots in its academic performance, though still well below state averages.
The schools in this zip code are all part of the Camden City School District, which is ranked 613 out of 615 districts in New Jersey and has a 0-star rating, indicating significant systemic challenges. Addressing the root causes of the low academic achievement, high chronic absenteeism, and lack of resources will be crucial for improving outcomes and providing the students in this area with the quality education they deserve.
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