JOHN P. HOLLAND CHARTER SCHOOL

John P. Holland Charter School is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the John P Holland Charter School School District school district, located in Paterson, NJ with about 351 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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 22 teachers, John P. Holland Charter School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

John P. Holland Charter School, located at 190 Oliver Street in Paterson, New Jersey, is a public charter school serving students in grades K–8. Named after the Irish-American engineer and submarine pioneer who lived in Paterson, the school emphasizes a rigorous academic environment rooted in the core values of respect, responsibility, and excellence. The school operates with a mission to close the achievement gap for students in the Paterson community by providing a personalized, technology-integrated curriculum designed to prepare students for success in high school and beyond.

The school is known for fostering a structured and supportive culture that prioritizes small class sizes and individualized instruction. By focusing on both academic mastery and character development, John P. Holland aims to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are equipped to navigate the challenges of a global society. Through its commitment to community engagement and high educational standards, the school serves as a vital resource for families in the area looking for an alternative to traditional district schooling.

For more information, contact John P. Holland Charter School at (973) 345-2212 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.