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Ramsey Schools Drug, Alcohol Cases Drop Year Over Year
Ramsey had a significantly fewer number of substance-abuse cases this past year compared to last year, numbers from the state show.
RAMSEY, NJ — The number of drug- and alcohol-related cases in the Ramsey Public School District decreased significantly in the 2017-18 school year compared to the previous year.
New Jersey has released its annual list of substance-abuse cases reported by each school district, revealing the most recent data of reported cases.
Here is a look at how many cases there were at Ramsey schools in 2018-17 compared to the 2016-17 school year:
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There two such cases reported in Ramsey for the 2017-18 school year, according to numbers released by the New Jersey Department of Education recently. This is five fewer than the seven that were reported in the 2016-17 school year.
The state Department of Education has cautioned that these numbers are reported by each district, so each jurisdiction is responsible for reporting its results fairly and accurately. But they are required by law to report them.
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To view the statewide list, including the districts with the highest increases and biggest reductions, click here.
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