Title: The Five Attributes of Successful Schools (Opinion)
Headings: The Five Attributes of Successful Schools
The Five Attributes of Successful Schools
Matthew Lynch
1. Leadership
2. High Expectations
3. Ongoing Evaluation
4. Goals and Direction
5. Secure and Organized

Content: The Five Attributes of Successful Schools (Opinion)
School & District Management Opinion
The Five Attributes of Successful Schools
By Matthew Lynch —  June 29, 2016 5 min read
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Matthew Lynch
Students across the globe need effective schools. While the American school system as a whole may be falling behind international standards, there are still some schools that stand out. Sure, the context of schooling will impact attributes that contribute to effectiveness in specific schools. But at the same time, there are attributes that contribute to effectiveness across schooling contexts. If we understand the attributes of effectiveness, we can observe which attributes exist at successful schools. There are five common attributes that make up an effective school. 1. Leadership
The first attribute is quality leadership. Students perform better when the principal and school board members provide strong leadership. Effective leaders are visible, can successfully convey the school’s goals and visions, collaborate with teachers to enhance their skills , and are involved in the discovery of and solutions to problems.