Lumberton Township Board of Education

The Lumberton Township Board of Education district in New Jersey operates three schools: two elementary schools (Bobby's Run Elementary School and Ashbrook Elementary School) and one middle school (Lumberton Middle School). While the district faces some challenges in academic performance, particularly in mathematics and science, it also has standout schools that demonstrate strong results in specific areas.

Lumberton Middle School stands out for its exceptional performance on NJSLA Algebra I assessments, with 100% of students proficient or better in 2023-2024, significantly outpacing state averages. The school also had relatively higher proficiency rates in English Language Arts compared to the district and state. In contrast, Bobby's Run Elementary School has lower overall proficiency rates but stands out for its higher 4th grade ELA proficiency compared to the district and state.

The district as a whole faces challenges, with proficiency rates on NJSLA assessments generally lower than state averages, particularly in mathematics. Additionally, the district has a significant population of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 24.74% at Lumberton Middle School to 32.59% at Bobby's Run Elementary School. The chronic absenteeism rate of 16.6% across all three schools is also a concern and may be contributing to the lower academic performance observed.