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Number 10, Highland Avenue Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 358 students

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5 stars

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Posted December 13, 2012

My son has been attending this school for 2 years and I love the school. the teachers are dedicated to making the child's school experience one to remember. I loved Ms. Sousa, she was great with my son. I also like my son's current teacher who seems to be truly dedicated to having the children achieve their academic goals. The school has a welcoming atmosphere and the parents can feel comfortable with the quality of education that their children are receiving....I KNOW I AM!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 14, 2010

This is my sons second year in the Teddy Program. We are very happy with his teachers and aides as well as the progress he has made. There is a very warm and welcoming atmosphere in the school and my son enjoys going everyday. This is definately a reflection of the love and care the teachers and staff have for the children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 30, 2009

My daughter is in second grade and I want to say that as a parent,, this is a great school! My daughter has been struggling with her academics since kindergarten and all the teachers,, resource people and aids have all stepped up to help make an easier transition from grade to grade. I requested that the child study team come to eval her and I was surprised at how quickly they responded and came together to set up the programs that my child needs. All those involved I want to thank and let you all know what a great job is being done at Highland school to address all the needs of all the children! keep up the great work!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 25, 2006

My daughter is in the second grade, she has been at School 10 since she was three in the 'Teddy Program.' The teachers and principal truly have the education of the students in the forefront of there education. Teachers use parents whereever possible to assist with the childs education. Teacners are also present at PTA functions like the school 'Science Fair,' to observe another level of their students education and interests. If I had to find something wrong with School Number 10, the only thing I could come up with, there is a need for more space/classrooms.
—Submitted by Gerard Noble, 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.

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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.

32 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
46%

2010

 
 
59%

2009

 
 
55%
Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2012.

32 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
88%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
66%
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.

33 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
27%

2011

 
 
59%

2010

 
 
50%

2009

 
 
67%
Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2012.

33 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
50%

2009

 
 
81%
Science

The state average for Science was 91% in 2012.

33 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
93%
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.

22 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
50%

2011

 
 
43%

2010

 
 
72%

2009

 
 
63%
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

22 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
91%

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
84%
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 Students69%
Female85%
Male58%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic62%
White81%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantaged74%
Special educationn/a
General education80%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant69%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students88%
Female92%
Male84%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic92%
White94%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantaged96%
Special educationn/a
General education100%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant88%
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 Students27%
Female33%
Male24%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
White28%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantaged30%
Special educationn/a
General education30%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant27%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students55%
Female67%
Male48%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
White72%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantaged63%
Special educationn/a
General education60%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant55%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Science

All Students82%
Female83%
Male81%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
White94%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantaged85%
Special educationn/a
General education90%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant82%
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 Students50%
Female33%
Malen/a
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantaged46%
Special educationn/a
General education50%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant50%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students91%
Female83%
Malen/a
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantaged92%
Special educationn/a
General education94%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant91%
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
White 49% 54%
Hispanic 41% 20%
Black 7% 17%
Asian 2% 8%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander N/A 0%
Two or more races 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 31%N/A30%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 8N/A12
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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2801 Highland Avenue
Linden, NJ 07036
Phone: (908) 486-2043

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