FRANK R CONWELL SCHOOL

Frank R Conwell School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Jersey City Public Schools school district, located in JERSEY CITY, NJ with about 630 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 53 teachers, Frank R Conwell School 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.

Frank R. Conwell School (Public School 3) is a historic educational institution located in the Van Vorst Park neighborhood of downtown Jersey City, New Jersey. Housed in a landmark building that dates back to the early 20th century, the school serves a diverse community of students in grades Pre-K through 5. It is known for its traditional architectural character and its central role within one of Jersey City’s most established residential districts.

Academically, the school focuses on providing a foundational education with a commitment to student development and community engagement. As part of the Jersey City Public Schools district, it emphasizes core curriculum standards while leveraging its urban location to foster a multicultural learning environment. The school remains a focal point for local families, often recognized for its neighborhood accessibility and its long-standing presence in the historic downtown community.

For more information, contact Frank R Conwell School at (201) 915-6100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

111 BRIGHT STREET
JERSEY CITY, NJ 07302-4342
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FRANK R CONWELL SCHOOL is a public Title I school in JERSEY CITY, NJ with about 630 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
630
Teachers:
53
NSLP Status:1
No
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

* 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 630 students

Hispanic/Latino
49.7%
Black or African American
21.0%
White
17.0%
Asian
9.4%
Two or more races
1.9%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.1%

Female
54.9%
Male
45.1%

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.