NICHOLAS MURRAY BUTLER ACADEMY SCHOOL NO. 23

Nicholas Murray Butler Academy School No. 23 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Elizabeth Public Schools school district, located in ELIZABETH, NJ with about 789 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 68 teachers, Nicholas Murray Butler Academy School No. 23 has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Nicholas Murray Butler Academy (School No. 23) 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 academy is committed to providing a comprehensive academic foundation while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. The school emphasizes the development of essential literacy and numeracy skills, aiming to prepare its diverse student body for high school success and long-term academic growth.

Beyond core academics, the school actively promotes a well-rounded educational experience that incorporates character development and community involvement. Located on Westminster Avenue, the facility serves as a central hub for its neighborhood, often focusing on initiatives that bridge the gap between home and school life. By maintaining a focus on personalized instruction and data-driven improvements, Nicholas Murray Butler Academy seeks to ensure that every student has the resources necessary to reach their full potential within the Elizabeth school community.

For more information, contact Nicholas Murray Butler Academy School No. 23 at (908) 436-5900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

631-657 Westminstrer Avenue
ELIZABETH, NJ 07208-2126
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NICHOLAS MURRAY BUTLER ACADEMY SCHOOL NO. 23 is a public Title I school in ELIZABETH, NJ with about 789 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
789
Teachers:
68
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 schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 789 students

Hispanic/Latino
43.7%
Black or African American
41.2%
White
9.9%
Asian
4.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
51.8%
Male
48.2%

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.