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Alexander D. Sullivan No. 30 Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 828 students

 

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Posted December 27, 2010

i went to this school 56 yrs ago. it was the best school . the teachers were great. this was the best school i ever went to .i have not been back to jersey city for about 20 yrs. but i bet this is still a great school..


Posted November 11, 2010

I am a former student from that school && I must say i had the best time there . This school is a fun learning experience for any child that want to go there ! This school is the best && I never wanted to graduate . The teachers are dedicated && honestly care about their students . My 5th grade teacher was Ms. Santiago && i must say she was an diligent & excellent teacher . The school is very discplined and great . I was a H.O.P.E stude && now is in AEP , your kids are going to love there . : )


Posted November 17, 2008

I am a proud parent of two children who attend P.S. #30. I must say that after homeschooling for at least eight years, I had doubt that a public school could provide my children with a well-rounded, quality education. Today, I stand corrected. I am really enjoying this school year. The school has a wonderful new principal and vice principal and they have exhibited great leadership qualities. The school has myriad of activities for which the children and parents can engage. I even look forward to reading the weekly newsletter. I love how the school makes me, as a parent feel welcomed. The PTA here is awesome and so willing to make the parents apart of the child's educational experience. I must say that PS#30 exemplifies a great school. Keep up the good work.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 18, 2004

My son was in this school for three years, and unfortunately we had to move. Kid's security is great, and techers are concerned about the children's progress. Mrs. Gaston is the greatest teacher he ever had, she is truly dedicated.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 67% in 2012.

98 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
43%

2011

 
 
39%

2010

 
 
30%

2009

 
 
26%
Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2012.

98 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
51%

2010

 
 
46%

2009

 
 
32%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 59% in 2012.

87 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
38%

2011

 
 
28%

2010

 
 
23%

2009

 
 
32%
Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2012.

87 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
62%

2011

 
 
40%

2010

 
 
46%

2009

 
 
45%
Science

The state average for Science was 91% in 2012.

87 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
78%

2011

 
 
56%

2010

 
 
77%

2009

 
 
69%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

The state average for Language Arts Literacy was 62% in 2012.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
31%

2011

 
 
24%

2010

 
 
25%

2009

 
 
26%
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
56%

2011

 
 
54%

2010

 
 
50%

2009

 
 
47%
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students43%
Female54%
Male34%
Black41%
Asian69%
Hispanic35%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged39%
Non-economically disadvantaged61%
Special educationn/a
General education51%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant43%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students55%
Female61%
Male49%
Black48%
Asian75%
Hispanic53%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged53%
Non-economically disadvantaged63%
Special educationn/a
General education65%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant55%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students38%
Female42%
Male35%
Black38%
Asian58%
Hispanic33%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged34%
Non-economically disadvantaged67%
Special educationn/a
General education48%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant38%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students62%
Female67%
Male57%
Black70%
Asian84%
Hispanic43%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged60%
Non-economically disadvantaged75%
Special educationn/a
General education71%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant62%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Science

All Students78%
Female81%
Male75%
Black82%
Asian90%
Hispanic70%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged77%
Non-economically disadvantaged83%
Special education82%
General education84%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant78%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

Language Arts Literacy

All Students31%
Female32%
Male30%
Black26%
Asian53%
Hispanic27%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged29%
Non-economically disadvantaged43%
Special educationn/a
General education41%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant31%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students56%
Female57%
Male56%
Black57%
Asian87%
Hispanic41%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged55%
Non-economically disadvantaged64%
Special educationn/a
General education73%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant56%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a
Scale: % at or above proficient

About the tests


In 2011-2012 New Jersey used the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge (NJ ASK) to test students in grades 3 through 8 in language arts literacy and math, and in grades 4 and 8 in science. The NJ ASK is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of New Jersey. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level.

The different student groups are identified by the New Jersey Department of Education. If there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New Jersey's state standards

Source: New Jersey Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 41% 16%
Hispanic 37% 22%
Asian 15% 9%
White 5% 52%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 1% 0%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Two or more races 0% 1%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 86%N/A33%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 8N/A12
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

School Leader's name
  • Mr Gary Murphy

Resources

Extra learning resources offered
  • Title I Schoolwide program (SWP)
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171 Seaview Ave
Jersey City, NJ 07305
Phone: (201) 915-6530

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