Summary:
The 08204 zip code area is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. These schools serve a diverse student population and exhibit a wide range of academic performance, with some standout schools and others struggling to meet proficiency standards.
The top-performing schools in the area are West Cape May Elementary School and Cape May City Elementary School, which both have strong proficiency rates on state assessments, low chronic absenteeism, and relatively low rates of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. In contrast, Sandman Consolidated School and Maud Abrams School struggle with lower academic performance and higher rates of economic disadvantage among their student populations.
The data also reveals significant differences in spending per student, ranging from $12,054 at Sandman Consolidated School to $20,849 at Cape May City Elementary. Additionally, the high school in the area, Lower Cape May Regional High School, stands out for its high enrollment and spending per student, as well as its relatively high dropout rate and chronic absenteeism. These insights suggest the need for targeted interventions and resource allocation to address educational disparities and support student success across the schools in the 08204 zip code area.
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