LUTHER LEE EMERSON SCHOOL
Luther Lee Emerson School is a public elementary school that is part of the Demarest School District school district, located in DEMAREST, NJ with about 217 students offering grade levels from 2nd Grade to 4th Grade. With about 23 teachers, Luther Lee Emerson School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.
The Luther Lee Emerson School, located at 15 Columbus Road in Demarest, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving students in grades K-4. As part of the Demarest Public School District, the institution is highly regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and its focus on fostering a supportive, student-centered learning environment. The school emphasizes a well-rounded education, balancing rigorous core academics with enrichment opportunities that help young learners develop both intellectual curiosity and essential social-emotional skills.
The school is well-known for its strong sense of community and the active involvement of parents and local residents, which contributes to its reputation as a cornerstone of the Demarest neighborhood. With a dedicated faculty and a curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body, the Luther Lee Emerson School prioritizes small class settings and individualized attention. This collaborative atmosphere ensures that students receive a strong educational foundation, preparing them for the transition to middle school and beyond within the Demarest district.
For more information, contact Luther Lee Emerson School at (201) 768-6060 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
DEMAREST, NJ 07627
(201) 768-6060
LUTHER LEE EMERSON SCHOOL is a public school in DEMAREST, NJ with about 217 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Demarest School District
- Total Students:
- 217
- Teachers:
- 23.83
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 217 students
- White
- 57.1%
- Asian
- 34.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.5%
- Two or more races
- 2.3%
- Female
- 47.0%
- Male
- 53.0%
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.