Summary:
The 08724 zip code area of Brick Township, New Jersey is home to 5 public schools serving students from elementary through high school, all part of the Brick Township Public School District. The data reveals stark differences in academic performance between the schools, with Midstreams Elementary School and Veterans Memorial Middle School consistently outperforming the other schools on state assessments.
Midstreams Elementary stands out with the highest performance on state ELA and math assessments, as well as the lowest chronic absenteeism rate and percentage of students receiving free/reduced lunch. Veterans Memorial Middle School also impresses with 94% of 8th graders scoring proficient or better on the Algebra I assessment, significantly higher than the district and state averages. In contrast, the other schools in the area lag behind on test scores, with varying levels of economic disadvantage as indicated by free/reduced lunch rates ranging from 17.8% to 47.9%.
Overall, the data highlights the need for the Brick Township Public School District to closely examine its policies and practices to ensure equitable access to high-quality education for all students in the 08724 area, regardless of their socioeconomic background. Addressing the stark performance gaps and high chronic absenteeism rates across the schools will be crucial in providing a strong educational foundation for the community.
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