Serving 293 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Howard L. Emmons ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 75%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is approximately equal to the New Jersey state average of 69%).
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howard L. Emmons ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Howard L. Emmons's student population of 293 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
293 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Howard L. Emmons is 0.71, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)85-89%
75%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)65-69%
69%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
22%
32%
Black
23%
15%
White
43%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 75% NJ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% NJ state average).
How many students attend Howard L. Emmons?
293 students attend Howard L. Emmons.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Howard L. Emmons students are White, 23% of students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Howard L. Emmons offer ?
Howard L. Emmons offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Howard L. Emmons part of?
Howard L. Emmons is part of Pemberton Township School District.
In what neighborhood is Howard L. Emmons located?
Howard L. Emmons is located in the Pemberton Heights neighborhood of Pemberton, NJ. There are 1 other public schools located in Pemberton Heights.
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