DR. MAY ANGELOU ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Dr. May Angelou Elementary 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 809 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 42 teachers, Dr. May Angelou Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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.

Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School, located at 239 Ocean Avenue in Jersey City, New Jersey, serves as a cornerstone of the local community, operating within the Jersey City Public Schools district. Named after the celebrated poet and civil rights activist, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that promotes academic excellence, character development, and a love for learning among its diverse student population. The school typically serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, aiming to build a strong educational foundation that prepares children for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

In addition to its core curriculum, Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary emphasizes the importance of community engagement and social-emotional growth. The school often integrates programs designed to support the "whole child," encouraging students to take inspiration from their namesake’s legacy of resilience and self-expression. By providing a structured and supportive atmosphere, the school seeks to bridge educational gaps and provide its students with the resources necessary to succeed in a rapidly changing world, all while maintaining a close connection to the families and neighborhoods of the Greenville section of Jersey City.

For more information, contact Dr. May Angelou Elementary School at (201) 915-6470 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.