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Grant Elementary School

Public | PK-6 | 226 students
 

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Posted January 27, 2013
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My child went to Grant School for kindergarten and was constantly harassed by Mrs. Romba. My child was at a higher level than the others (Not a prodigy, just slightly ahead) and was bored because while others were learning to read my child could read pretty well. Mrs Romba did not challenge my child with higher level material so my child continued to be bored and started talking to others (Worst offense), she, in-turn, sent my child to the Principals office. When I spoke to her and said my child was gifted she said that my child was "not gifted". Well, my child is no longer in Grant school and is in Gifted and Talented at the present school. Have your kids go to Roosevelt school. Its much better.
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Posted June 10, 2008
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My son goes in this school in Kindergarten and at this time he and my family is quite happy overall. Its a small school but fits perfectly with the village style living which is only 10 miles from Manhattan, NYC - busiest city in the world :) - hence love it.
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Posted September 26, 2007
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Grant School has come along way..from being a so-so school to being number one Elementary School in the State! Kudos to Mr. Onorato and Mrs. Bender and the wonderful teachers at Grant School!
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Posted September 26, 2007
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Mrs. Beeman, a second grade teacher, is a teacher 'above the class'. Her organization, motivation and interest in teaching is unique and has a positive impact on children.
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Posted September 26, 2007
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The Village of Ridgefield Park has come such a long way. They are currently #1 in the state with the 4th grade assessments. The Superintendent, Vice Superintendent as well as the Board members, Teachers, Principals have all contributed their knowledge of teaching to the students to achieve great success. A Great big thank you to all who have taught our children the means to become a successful member of society that will benefit their lifetime as well as the others who surround them. The Academic programs have benefited our children greatly. The principal has and follows her open door policy. This makes us feel as if we are a big part of the school. Grant school feels like home which is where the HEART is! Congratulations and thank you to all.
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Posted May 1, 2006
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Ms. Spina, the third Grade teacher, is an excellent teacher. I can see the changes in my son's attitude in his study and towards the school. Excellent job.
—Submitted by Jana Zhang, a parent

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Posted September 9, 2004
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Quality education is not provided at Grant School. Partially because the parents of the students in this school don't care about the education in which the children are receiving. Parents need to stop looking at school as 'child care' and focus on quality education. The teachers get paid well, but there doesn't seem to be any pressure to produce.
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Posted June 10, 2004
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I would not consider sending my child back to this school. Some of the teachers are nice, young, and good. However the quality of education is poor. If they kept the good teachers there may be a difference.
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Posted August 22, 2003
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In my opinion this school is the best. Mr.Onorato is a fantastic Principal.This man truly and deeply cares for each and everyone of his students. No matter the weather he is out there every morning to greet them, and at 3:00 he is out there to send them on their way. He is always available to parents, and their needs. The teachers are as wonderful. I feel very safe and I am proud my child attends this school.
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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.

21 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2012.

21 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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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.

34 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
94%

2009

 
 
95%
Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2012.

34 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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2009

 
 
87%
Science

The state average for Science was 91% in 2012.

34 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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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.

37 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
78%

2011

 
 
95%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
100%
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

37 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
100%
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 65% in 2012.

43 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
86%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
100%
Math

The state average for Math was 79% in 2012.

43 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
100%

2010

 
 
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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

All Students91%
Female91%
Malen/a
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic83%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantaged91%
Special educationn/a
General education89%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant91%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students95%
Female91%
Malen/a
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic92%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantagedn/a
Non-economically disadvantaged91%
Special educationn/a
General education95%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant95%
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 Students82%
Female71%
Male90%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic80%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged88%
Non-economically disadvantaged77%
Special educationn/a
General education82%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant82%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students100%
Female100%
Male100%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged100%
Non-economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
General education100%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant100%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Science

All Students100%
Female100%
Male100%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged100%
Non-economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
General education100%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant100%
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 Students78%
Female71%
Male83%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic79%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged71%
Non-economically disadvantaged83%
Special educationn/a
General education71%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant78%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students87%
Female79%
Male91%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic84%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged86%
Non-economically disadvantaged87%
Special educationn/a
General education82%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant87%
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 Students86%
Female88%
Male85%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic83%
Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged82%
Non-economically disadvantaged94%
Special educationn/a
General education92%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant86%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students81%
Female76%
Male85%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic76%
Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged70%
Non-economically disadvantaged100%
Special educationn/a
General education87%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant81%
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
Hispanic 64% 20%
White 21% 54%
Asian 11% 8%
Black 4% 17%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander N/A 0%
Two or more races N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 38%N/A30%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 7N/A12
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

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