JOHN F KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

John F Kennedy Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Berlin Township School District school district, located in West Berlin, NJ with about 295 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 3rd 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 29 teachers, John F Kennedy 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.

John F. Kennedy Elementary School, located in West Berlin, New Jersey, is a public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of the Berlin Township School District, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential social skills. The school is known for its commitment to providing a balanced curriculum that meets the diverse needs of its student population, ensuring that every child is prepared for the transition to middle school.

Beyond its core academic offerings, John F. Kennedy Elementary places a strong value on community involvement and parental engagement. The school works closely with local families to create a collaborative atmosphere that enhances the educational experience. With a focus on preparing well-rounded individuals, the school utilizes modern instructional strategies and resources to encourage critical thinking and creativity, aiming to build a solid foundation for lifelong learning within the West Berlin community.

For more information, contact John F Kennedy Elementary School at (856) 767-9164 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

228 Mt Vernon Avenue
West Berlin, NJ 08091
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JOHN F KENNEDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in West Berlin, NJ with about 295 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
295
Teachers:
29.8
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd 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 295 students

White
63.7%
Hispanic/Latino
15.6%
Black or African American
11.2%
Asian
7.8%
Two or more races
1.7%

Female
45.4%
Male
54.6%

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.