JENKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jenkins Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Scituate school district, located in Scituate, MA with about 360 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 32 teachers, Jenkins 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.

Jenkins Elementary School, located at 54 Vinal Avenue in Scituate, Massachusetts, is a public elementary school serving students within the Scituate Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence, social-emotional growth, and the development of strong character in its students. By focusing on a comprehensive curriculum, the school aims to prepare young learners for future success while encouraging them to become active and responsible members of the local community.

The school benefits from being part of a close-knit coastal community, often leveraging its location to enhance student engagement through collaborative projects and school-wide initiatives. Jenkins Elementary prioritizes a strong partnership between educators, families, and the community to ensure that every child receives the individualized attention and resources necessary to thrive. Through its emphasis on both rigorous academics and personal development, the school maintains a reputation for providing a nurturing foundation for elementary-age children in the Scituate area.

For more information, contact Jenkins Elementary School at (781) 545-4910 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

54 Vinal Avenue
Scituate, MA 02066
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JENKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Scituate, MA with about 360 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Massachusetts

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Scituate
Total Students:
360
Teachers:
32.24
NSLP Status:1
Missing
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 360 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending JENKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 93% of the student body.

White
93.1%
Black or African American
2.8%
Two or more races
2.2%
Hispanic/Latino
1.9%

Female
44.7%
Male
55.3%

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.