East Orange and Montclair, just miles apart, face the same challenge: turning high per-student spending into equitable educational opportunities. Despite record funding, differences in local taxes, student demographics, and resources create unequal outcomes for students in New Jersey.
Tens of millions of dollars added in places like Newark and Paterson, while scores of other systems can project less than their current share
As Gov. Mikie Sherrill takes office, advocates urge bold action on school accountability and student performance.
NJ students face low college graduation rates and high costs; JerseyCAN urges expanding AP, CLEP, and dual-enrollment programs to boost college and career readiness.
Elizabeth replaces Battin School with a $96M complex, but parents doubt it will bring equity or smaller classes.
