BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Asbury Park School District school district, located in ASBURY PARK, NJ with about 362 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 33 teachers, BARACK OBAMA 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.

BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located at 1300 Bangs Avenue in Asbury Park, New Jersey, serves as a vital educational hub for the local community. As a key component of the Asbury Park School District, the school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment that focuses on the foundational academic and social development of its primary-grade students. The institution emphasizes the importance of early childhood and elementary education, striving to prepare its diverse student body for future academic success through a structured curriculum that aligns with state educational standards.

Beyond its academic mission, Barack Obama Elementary is deeply integrated into the fabric of the Asbury Park community. The school places a strong emphasis on character building, civic responsibility, and creating a safe, nurturing space for young learners to grow. By prioritizing collaborative partnerships between educators, families, and the surrounding neighborhood, the school works to address the unique needs of its students, aiming to empower them with the essential skills and confidence needed to thrive in an increasingly complex world.

For more information, contact BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (732) 776-2545 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.