CHRISTA MCAULIFFE SCHOOL

Christa McAuliffe 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 1,043 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 80 teachers, Christa McAuliffe 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.

The Christa McAuliffe School (PS 28), located at 167 Hancock Avenue in Jersey City, New Jersey, serves as a prominent public elementary school within the Jersey City Public Schools district. Named in honor of the teacher and astronaut Christa McAuliffe, the school maintains a commitment to fostering academic excellence and character development for its diverse student body. It is situated in the Jersey City Heights neighborhood and has long served as a staple educational institution for local families, emphasizing foundational learning in core subjects while preparing students for the transition to middle school.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the school is recognized for its active role within the local community. It often participates in district-wide initiatives and maintains a focus on creating a supportive environment for students from various cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. As a public institution, it operates under the Jersey City Board of Education’s broader mission to provide equitable and high-quality education to all students, with a focus on meeting state standards and preparing children for success in an increasingly complex educational landscape.

For more information, contact Christa McAuliffe School at (201) 714-4360 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.