Serving 631 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Harry L Bain ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 7% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 26%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 631 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NJ
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harry L Bain ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Harry L Bain's student population of 631 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
631 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harry L Bain ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harry L Bain is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1939 out of 2183 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
94%
32%
Black
1%
15%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harry L Bain's ranking?
Harry L Bain is ranked #1939 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
How many students attend Harry L Bain?
631 students attend Harry L Bain.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Harry L Bain students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harry L Bain?
Harry L Bain has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harry L Bain offer ?
Harry L Bain offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Harry L Bain part of?
Harry L Bain is part of West New York School District.
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