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Christopher Columbus School #8

147 Cedar Street, Garfield, NJ 07026, United States
+1 (973) 340-5038
http://s8.gboe.org/
3.7
Overall Rating

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Christopher Columbus School #8 Overview

About This School

Christopher Columbus School #8 is a public elementary in Garfield, New Jersey, serving 366 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 42% proficiency in ELA and 32% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 with 32 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $87,830. The student body is composed of 51% male and 49% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 50% Hispanic, 43% White, 5% Black, 1% Asian, and 1% Two or More Races.

366
Total Students
PK-5
11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
32 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts42%
Mathematics32%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Bergen County
Students per Counselor
366:1

Christopher Columbus School #8 Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

42%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 47%State Avg: 50%
32%
Mathematics
City Avg: 35%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

11:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 11.4:1
State Avg: 11.2:1
366
Students per Counselor

Christopher Columbus School #8 Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
32

Average Teacher Salary

$87,830
City Avg: $86,590
State Avg: $83,715

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Students per Counselor366:1

Christopher Columbus School #8 Student Demographics

Student Body

51.37%
Male
48.63%
Female
Total Enrollment: 366 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White43.44%
Hispanic50%
Asian0.55%
Black5.19%
Two or More Races0.82%
Native American0%

Christopher Columbus School #8 Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Christopher Columbus School #8

Q: What is Christopher Columbus School #8?

A: Christopher Columbus School #8 is a elementary public located in Garfield.

Q: How many students attend Christopher Columbus School #8?

A: Christopher Columbus School #8 has approximately 366 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Christopher Columbus School #8?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Christopher Columbus School #8 is 11:1.

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Detailed Information about Christopher Columbus School #8

Christopher Columbus School #8 is a public elementary in Garfield, New Jersey, serving 366 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 42% proficiency in ELA and 32% proficiency in math. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1 with 32 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $87,830. The student body is composed of 51% male and 49% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 50% Hispanic, 43% White, 5% Black, 1% Asian, and 1% Two or More Races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Christopher Columbus School #8 - Garfield, NJ

Quick Facts about Christopher Columbus School #8
School NameChristopher Columbus School #8
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location147 Cedar Street, Garfield, NJ 07026, Garfield, NJ
CountyBergen County
Phone+1 (973) 340-5038
Total Students366
Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Full-Time Teachers32
Rating3.7/10
ELA Proficiency42%
Math Proficiency32%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Christopher Columbus School #8

What is Christopher Columbus School #8?

Christopher Columbus School #8 is a elementary public located in Garfield.

How many students attend Christopher Columbus School #8?

Christopher Columbus School #8 has approximately 366 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Christopher Columbus School #8?

The student-teacher ratio at Christopher Columbus School #8 is 11:1.

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