Summary:
The 08345 zip code is home to a single public elementary school, Downe Township Elementary School, which serves grades PK-8 with a total enrollment of 153 students. While the school has a relatively small minority student population, its academic performance, as measured by NJSLA test scores, is consistently below state averages across all grade levels and subject areas, raising concerns about the quality of education and equity of opportunities for its students.
Downe Township Elementary School's per-student spending is higher than the state average, and it has a favorable student-teacher ratio of 9.3. However, the school faces significant challenges, including a high rate of chronic absenteeism (18.2%) and a large percentage of students (45.75%) eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high level of economic disadvantage among the student population. These factors likely contribute to the school's underperformance, which is consistently below both the Downe Township School District and the state of New Jersey across various metrics.
Addressing the issues at Downe Township Elementary School will require a multi-faceted approach, including targeted interventions to improve academic achievement, increased funding and support to address resource constraints, and a deeper understanding of the unique needs and barriers faced by the school's student population. Ensuring equitable educational opportunities and supporting student success should be the top priorities for the school, district, and community stakeholders.
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