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Mount Pleasant Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 416 students

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5 stars

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2011:
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Posted July 26, 2011

I cannot say enough positive things about the leadership, support & teachers at Mt. Pleasant. Schiavo's dedication is channeled to his faculty and the community. They listen, they respond. I am a very picky parent and former educator - FABULOUS SCHOOL!!!! West Orange gets a bad rap by those that do not understand the facts. The teachers are amazing, the principal is involved and passionate & the lovely ladies in the front are a pleasure. If your child happens to need special services - you are the most fortunate. This school is a win-win. Go Cougars!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 21, 2011

This school has a diverse student body that is respectful and caring. Much I think is due to the respectful, caring leadership of the school's principal combined with a young energetic staff that are truly cooperative team players. There is a real sense of involvement and professionalism by the teachers and administrators of this school. While all schools have their rules and regulations, this school seems to adhere to a disciplined, but friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Even the school secretary is pleasant, bright eyed and cheery.
—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.

81 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
84%

2011

 
 
81%

2010

 
 
74%

2009

 
 
80%
Math

The state average for Math was 78% in 2012.

81 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
74%
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.

73 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
74%

2011

 
 
53%

2010

 
 
59%

2009

 
 
62%
Math

The state average for Math was 77% in 2012.

73 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
92%

2010

 
 
75%

2009

 
 
70%
Science

The state average for Science was 91% in 2012.

73 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
86%
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.

58 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
69%

2009

 
 
77%
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2012.

58 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
93%

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
94%
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 Students84%
Female88%
Male80%
Black78%
Asian94%
Hispanic71%
White100%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged74%
Non-economically disadvantaged88%
Special educationn/a
General education90%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant84%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students90%
Female85%
Male95%
Black88%
Asian100%
Hispanic77%
White100%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged78%
Non-economically disadvantaged95%
Special educationn/a
General education93%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant90%
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 Students74%
Female76%
Male70%
Black75%
Asian87%
Hispanic61%
White77%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged68%
Non-economically disadvantaged75%
Special educationn/a
General education79%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant74%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students89%
Female86%
Male93%
Black88%
Asian100%
Hispanic78%
White92%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged84%
Non-economically disadvantaged91%
Special educationn/a
General education95%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant89%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Science

All Students96%
Female95%
Male97%
Black96%
Asian100%
Hispanic89%
White100%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged100%
Non-economically disadvantaged94%
Special educationn/a
General education97%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant96%
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 Students72%
Female85%
Male61%
Black77%
Asiann/a
Hispanic67%
White71%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged68%
Non-economically disadvantaged74%
Special educationn/a
General education76%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant72%
Limited English Proficient Current Plus Formern/a
Limited English Proficient Formern/a

Math

All Students93%
Female100%
Male87%
Black86%
Asiann/a
Hispanic100%
White93%
Other ethnicityn/a
Economically disadvantaged95%
Non-economically disadvantaged92%
Special educationn/a
General education94%
English language learnersn/a
Non-migrant93%
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

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

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
Black 36% 17%
White 25% 54%
Hispanic 21% 20%
Asian 18% 8%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 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 21%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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9 Manger Road
West Orange, NJ 07052
Phone: (973) 669-5480

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