Summary:
The Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District operates 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. Overall, the schools in this district are performing significantly below state averages on key metrics like test scores and graduation rates, with no clear standout schools.
The highest-performing school in the district appears to be Penns Grove High School, which has a 91.1% four-year graduation rate, though this is still below the state average. The district's schools also struggle with high chronic absenteeism rates, ranging from 16.6% to 16.6%. Additionally, the schools serve a predominantly low-income population, with 59.9% to 75.42% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch.
Across all grade levels and subjects, the students in this district perform significantly below state averages on standardized tests. For example, in 2023-2024, only 30% of 9th graders at Penns Grove High School were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to a state average of 58.1%. This suggests systemic challenges that need to be addressed, likely related to factors such as poverty and chronic absenteeism. Improving the quality of education in the Penns Grove-Carneys Point Regional School District will require a comprehensive, district-wide approach.
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