Serving 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heights Elementary School's student population of 343 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Oakland....A Learning Community Committed to Excellence.
School Rankings
Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heights Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#542 out of 2184 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
11%
Hispanic
13%
35%
Black
3%
14%
White
72%
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Heights Elementary School is ranked #542 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New Jersey.
What schools are Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manito Elementary School, Dogwood Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
How many students attend Heights Elementary School?
343 students attend Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Heights Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heights Elementary School?
Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Heights Elementary School offer ?
Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heights Elementary School part of?
Heights Elementary School is part of Oakland Public School District.
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