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Harry L. Bain Elementary School

Public | K-6 | 836 students

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3 stars

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Posted November 19, 2010

the next year he have to go to these school and im very concern about it i really i dont like these school at all i would like to know is school number four is better than number six.... please help me
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 3, 2010

The school asks for parents to be more involved and I am a parent that is very involved with my child's academics and they do not like it. I find myself teaching my child at home to keep them up to their grade level because the teachers are not teaching what they need to. They are so focused on passing the state tests that other subjects are ignored. I do not understand how the state has not investigated the school and its practices. Complaints are made and are swept under the rug. When you go and question the curriculum they blame the Board of Ed. We are in the process of moving so my child can have a better education. This school system was a lot better before. What a disappointment.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 10, 2007

This school could be a lot better as far as working with children that are falling behind. They do have classes to help but I feel that they are not strong enough. As far as gym classes go, my kids have not had a gym class in months! As for Lunch time, kids are allowed to go out for lunch at any age. I have to say that I am not fully satisfied with the school because of this. I have one child who does great and is on the honor roll, and one that is failing every subject. I feel the one who is failing is not getting the attention he needs.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 26, 2006

I think the school system is too concerned with making the grade Rather then helping the child build self esteem and feeling of worth! They push push push these kids with homework that I am almost certain many adults and some teachers couldnt even due.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 9, 2006

My son is currently attending forth grade at this school and has been there since third. He's been an honor student for both terms. The school is ok, but not as challenging with some assignments such as book reports. Some reports my son submit in my view seem to be very weak...he would receive an A on.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 10, 2004

Potentially good teachers. Nice enviroment compared to other schools in town, but the curriculum can get unchallenging.
—Submitted by a former student


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.

93 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
60%

2011

 
 
48%

2010

 
 
44%

2009

 
 
52%
Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2012.

93 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
78%

2009

 
 
82%
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.

105 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
43%

2011

 
 
40%

2010

 
 
47%

2009

 
 
42%
Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2012.

105 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
71%
Science

The state average for Science was 91% in 2012.

105 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
83%

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
88%
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.

86 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
36%

2011

 
 
47%

2010

 
 
51%

2009

 
 
40%
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

86 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
81%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
60%
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.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
54%

2011

 
 
56%

2010

 
 
43%

2009

 
 
57%
Math

The state average for Math was 79% in 2012.

83 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
76%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
62%

2009

 
 
72%
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 Students60%
Female65%
Male56%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic60%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged58%
Non-economically disadvantaged71%
Special education25%
General education69%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant60%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Former32%
Limited English Proficient Former36%

Math

All Students74%
Female73%
Male74%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic76%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged73%
Non-economically disadvantaged78%
Special education42%
General education81%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant74%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Former58%
Limited English Proficient Former64%
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 Students43%
Female54%
Male32%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic39%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged41%
Non-economically disadvantaged52%
Special educationn/a
General education52%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant43%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students63%
Female64%
Male63%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic62%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged64%
Non-economically disadvantaged61%
Special education41%
General education72%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant63%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Former27%
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Science

All Students83%
Female85%
Male80%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic83%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged81%
Non-economically disadvantaged87%
Special education71%
General education89%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant83%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Former60%
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 Students36%
Female44%
Male26%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic34%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged32%
Non-economically disadvantaged45%
Special education15%
General education44%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant36%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Former21%
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students81%
Female85%
Male76%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic82%
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged81%
Non-economically disadvantaged83%
Special education39%
General education94%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant81%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Former71%
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 Students54%
Female56%
Male53%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic53%
Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged56%
Non-economically disadvantaged50%
Special education42%
General education60%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant54%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Former27%
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students76%
Female74%
Male78%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanic75%
Pacific Islandern/a
Whiten/a
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged75%
Non-economically disadvantaged77%
Special education67%
General education83%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant76%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Former47%
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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GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Hispanic 95% 20%
White 4% 54%
Asian 1% 8%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Black 0% 17%
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 79%N/A30%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 9N/A12
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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6200 Broadway
West New York, NJ 07093
Phone: (201) 553-4095

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