SWITLIK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Switlik Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jackson Township School District school district, located in JACKSON, NJ with about 775 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 59 teachers, Switlik Elementary School 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.
Switlik Elementary School is a prominent public school located in Jackson, New Jersey, serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of the Jackson School District, the school is recognized for its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The campus on West Veterans Highway is designed to accommodate a diverse student population, offering a range of educational programs and extracurricular opportunities that encourage students to explore their interests and build foundational skills for their future academic careers.
The school is well-regarded for its community-oriented atmosphere and the strong partnership it maintains between educators, students, and parents. By utilizing a comprehensive curriculum that aligns with state standards, Switlik Elementary focuses on creating engaging classroom experiences that promote critical thinking and collaboration. With a dedicated faculty and staff, the school strives to ensure that every student receives the individualized attention and resources necessary to thrive, maintaining a reputation as a cornerstone of the local Jackson community.
For more information, contact Switlik Elementary School at (732) 833-4650 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
JACKSON, NJ 08527-3497
(732) 833-4650
SWITLIK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in JACKSON, NJ with about 775 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Jackson Township School District
- Total Students:
- 775
- Teachers:
- 59.25
- 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
* 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 775 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SWITLIK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.
- White
- 80.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.1%
- Black or African American
- 4.5%
- Two or more races
- 3.0%
- Asian
- 1.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 52.1%
- Male
- 47.9%
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.