WHITNEY M. YOUNG JR. SCHOOL

Whitney M. Young Jr. 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 711 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 60 teachers, Whitney M. Young Jr. 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.

Whitney M. Young Jr. School (PS #15) is a public elementary school located in the Greenville neighborhood of Jersey City, New Jersey. Serving a diverse student population, the school is part of the Jersey City Public Schools district and is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. The school is named in honor of Whitney M. Young Jr., a prominent civil rights leader, and it reflects a commitment to providing equitable educational opportunities for all students.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the rigorous New Jersey Student Learning Standards while integrating modern educational tools to prepare students for future academic success. Beyond the classroom, PS #15 is known for its focus on cultivating a positive school climate, often involving parents and community members in school activities to build a collaborative network. With a strong emphasis on literacy, mathematics, and character education, the school strives to empower its students to become informed, responsible, and active citizens within their community.

For more information, contact Whitney M. Young Jr. School at (201) 915-6440 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.