HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Oakland Public School District school district, located in OAKLAND, NJ with about 327 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 28 teachers, Heights Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Heights Elementary School, located at 114 Seminole Ave in Oakland, New Jersey, is a public school serving students in the Oakland Public School District. As a primary educational institution, the school focuses on fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for children in the early stages of their academic development. It serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing foundational education, social-emotional growth, and the cultivation of essential skills necessary for students as they progress toward middle school.
The school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and student well-being within the Oakland community. By prioritizing a collaborative relationship between staff, students, and parents, Heights Elementary aims to create a welcoming culture that encourages curiosity and personal responsibility. Its curriculum is designed to meet state standards while providing diverse opportunities for students to explore their interests, ensuring that each child receives the individualized attention needed to succeed in a safe and inclusive setting.
For more information, contact Heights Elementary School at (201) 337-4147 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
OAKLAND, NJ 07436-2924
(201) 337-4147
HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in OAKLAND, NJ with about 327 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Oakland Public School District
- Total Students:
- 327
- Teachers:
- 28.03
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 327 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 84% of the student body.
- White
- 83.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.4%
- Two or more races
- 2.4%
- Asian
- 2.1%
- Black or African American
- 0.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 47.1%
- Male
- 52.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.