MARION T. BEDWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Marion T. Bedwell Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Somerset Hills Regional School District school district, located in BERNARDSVILLE, NJ with about 568 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 52 teachers, Marion T. Bedwell Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Marion T. Bedwell Elementary School, located on Seney Drive in Bernardsville, New Jersey, serves as the primary educational facility for the district's youngest students, typically housing grades Pre-K through Grade 4. As part of the Somerset Hills School District, the school is well-regarded for providing a nurturing, community-focused environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills while fostering social-emotional development. The facility is situated in a quiet residential area, reflecting the small-town character of Bernardsville while maintaining modern educational standards.

The school is known for its commitment to a balanced curriculum that integrates core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and science with enrichment programs such as art, music, and physical education. Bedwell Elementary prioritizes a collaborative approach to learning, with a strong emphasis on active parental involvement and a close partnership between faculty and the local community. By focusing on creating a supportive atmosphere for early childhood education, the school aims to prepare its students for a successful transition to the middle school level within the district.

For more information, contact Marion T. Bedwell Elementary School at (908) 204-1920 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.