BELLEVILLE PS5

Belleville PS5 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Belleville Public School District school district, located in BELLEVILLE, NJ with about 351 students offering grade levels from 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 24 teachers, Belleville PS5 has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Belleville School No. 5, located at 149 Adelaide Street in Belleville, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving students in the Belleville School District. As a neighborhood-focused institution, the school is dedicated to providing foundational education that emphasizes core academic subjects, social-emotional development, and the preparation of students for their transition into middle school. Like other schools in the district, it plays a vital role in the local community by fostering a structured learning environment that encourages student engagement and academic growth.

The school operates within a suburban framework, prioritizing a supportive atmosphere where educators work to meet the diverse needs of their student population. In addition to its primary curriculum, Belleville School No. 5 typically offers various opportunities for parental involvement and community engagement, which are cornerstones of the district's approach to education. By focusing on fundamental literacy, numeracy, and character building, the school strives to ensure that its students develop the necessary skills to succeed in their future academic endeavors.

For more information, contact Belleville PS5 at (973) 450-3450 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.