JACKSON AVENUE

Jackson Avenue is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hackensack School District school district, located in HACKENSACK, NJ with about 471 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th 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 35 teachers, Jackson Avenue 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.

Jackson Avenue School, located at 421 Jackson Avenue in Hackensack, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving the local community. It is part of the Hackensack Public Schools district and provides academic instruction typically spanning from preschool through grade four. The school focuses on building a foundational education in core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes student growth and social-emotional development.

As a neighborhood school, Jackson Avenue serves a diverse student population, reflecting the multicultural demographics of the Hackensack area. The school is committed to creating an inclusive learning atmosphere, utilizing various instructional strategies to meet the needs of its students. Beyond the standard curriculum, the school often incorporates extracurricular activities and community engagement initiatives designed to enrich the educational experience and encourage active participation from families and the local community.

For more information, contact Jackson Avenue at (201) 646-7990 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.