TOUSSAINT LOUVERTURE-MARQUIS DE LAFAYETTE SCHOOL NO. 6

Toussaint Louverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Elizabeth Public Schools school district, located in ELIZABETH, NJ with about 1,030 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 77 teachers, Toussaint Louverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6 has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Toussaint Louverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6 is a public elementary school located in Elizabeth, New Jersey, serving students in grades Pre-K through 8. As part of the Elizabeth Public Schools district, the institution is named in honor of two historical figures associated with the American and Haitian Revolutions, reflecting a commitment to cultural heritage and community identity. The school serves a diverse urban student population and functions as a foundational pillar within the Elizabeth community, focusing on academic development, social-emotional growth, and college and career readiness.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the rigorous New Jersey Student Learning Standards, with a particular emphasis on literacy, mathematics, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education. Beyond the classroom, School No. 6 emphasizes a supportive learning environment, offering various extracurricular activities and student support services to help children succeed academically and personally. By fostering a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding community, the school strives to prepare its students to become responsible, globally-minded citizens who are well-equipped for the challenges of high school and beyond.

For more information, contact Toussaint Louverture-Marquis de Lafayette School No. 6 at (908) 436-5600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.