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Whitney E. Houston Academy

215 Dodd St, East Orange, NJ 07017, United States
+1 (973) 266-5880
http://nj02207379.schoolwires.net/domain/729
2.4
Overall Rating

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Whitney E. Houston Academy Overview

About This School

Whitney E. Houston Academy is a public middle in East Orange, New Jersey, serving 385 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 36% proficiency in ELA and 11% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 30 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $83,379. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the academy are 55% female and 45% male. The demographic makeup of the school is 82% Black, 15% Hispanic, 2% Two or More Races, and 1% White.

385
Total Students
PK-8
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
30 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts36%
Mathematics11%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-8
County
Essex County
Students per Counselor
385:1

Whitney E. Houston Academy Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

36%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 31%State Avg: 50%
11%
Mathematics
City Avg: 14%State Avg: 38%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 14.3:1
State Avg: 11.2:1
385
Students per Counselor

Whitney E. Houston Academy Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
30

Average Teacher Salary

$83,379
City Avg: $81,139
State Avg: $83,715

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor385:1

Whitney E. Houston Academy Student Demographics

Student Body

45.45%
Male
54.55%
Female
Total Enrollment: 385 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White1.04%
Hispanic15.06%
Asian0.26%
Black81.56%
Two or More Races1.82%
Native American0%

Whitney E. Houston Academy Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Whitney E. Houston Academy

Q: What is Whitney E. Houston Academy?

A: Whitney E. Houston Academy is a middle public located in East Orange.

Q: How many students attend Whitney E. Houston Academy?

A: Whitney E. Houston Academy has approximately 385 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitney E. Houston Academy?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Whitney E. Houston Academy is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Whitney E. Houston Academy

Whitney E. Houston Academy is a public middle in East Orange, New Jersey, serving 385 students in grades PK-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 36% proficiency in ELA and 11% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 30 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $83,379. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students at the academy are 55% female and 45% male. The demographic makeup of the school is 82% Black, 15% Hispanic, 2% Two or More Races, and 1% White.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Whitney E. Houston Academy - East Orange, NJ

Quick Facts about Whitney E. Houston Academy
School NameWhitney E. Houston Academy
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-8
Location215 Dodd St, East Orange, NJ 07017, East Orange, NJ
CountyEssex County
Phone+1 (973) 266-5880
Total Students385
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers30
Rating2.4/10
ELA Proficiency36%
Math Proficiency11%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Whitney E. Houston Academy

What is Whitney E. Houston Academy?

Whitney E. Houston Academy is a middle public located in East Orange.

How many students attend Whitney E. Houston Academy?

Whitney E. Houston Academy has approximately 385 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitney E. Houston Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Whitney E. Houston Academy is 12:1.

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