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John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School

491 W Englewood Avenue, Teaneck, NJ 07666, United States
+1 (201) 833-5535
http://www.teaneckschools.org/whittierelementaryschool_home.aspx
4.5
Overall Rating

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John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School Overview

About This School

John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School is a public elementary in Teaneck, New Jersey, serving 361 students in grades K-4. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 52% in ELA and 37% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 29 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $90,939. One counselor is available to support the student body. The student population at the school is 56% male and 44% female. Regarding ethnicity, the demographics consist of 37% Hispanic, 33% Black, 16% White, 7% Asian, and 4% students of two or more races.

361
Total Students
K-4
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
29 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts52%
Mathematics37%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
K-4
County
Bergen County
Students per Counselor
361:1

John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

52%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 49%State Avg: 50%
37%
Mathematics
City Avg: 34%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 10.6:1
State Avg: 11.2:1
361
Students per Counselor

John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
29

Average Teacher Salary

$90,939
City Avg: $88,172
State Avg: $83,715

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor361:1

John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

55.96%
Male
44.04%
Female
Total Enrollment: 361 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White16.34%
Hispanic37.12%
Asian7.2%
Black32.69%
Two or More Races4.16%
Native American1.94%

John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School

Q: What is John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School?

A: John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School is a elementary public located in Teaneck.

Q: How many students attend John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School?

A: John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School has approximately 361 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School

John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School is a public elementary in Teaneck, New Jersey, serving 361 students in grades K-4. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency levels of 52% in ELA and 37% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 29 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $90,939. One counselor is available to support the student body. The student population at the school is 56% male and 44% female. Regarding ethnicity, the demographics consist of 37% Hispanic, 33% Black, 16% White, 7% Asian, and 4% students of two or more races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

About John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School - Teaneck, NJ

Quick Facts about John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School
School NameJohn Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsK-4
Location491 W Englewood Avenue, Teaneck, NJ 07666, Teaneck, NJ
CountyBergen County
Phone+1 (201) 833-5535
Total Students361
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers29
Rating4.5/10
ELA Proficiency52%
Math Proficiency37%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School

What is John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School?

John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School is a elementary public located in Teaneck.

How many students attend John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School?

John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School has approximately 361 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School is 12:1.

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