PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

President Barack Obama 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 452 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. 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, President Barack Obama Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

President Barack Obama Elementary School, located at 1830 Kennedy Blvd in Jersey City, New Jersey, is a public school serving students in the Jersey City Public Schools district. As a part of one of New Jersey’s most diverse urban districts, the school focuses on providing a foundational education that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and community engagement. The school’s name reflects a commitment to the values of leadership, civic responsibility, and equality, which the faculty strives to instill in their young learners through a structured and supportive educational environment.

The school serves a vibrant, multicultural student population, typical of the broader Jersey City community. Its curriculum is designed to meet New Jersey Student Learning Standards, with a focus on literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional development. Beyond the classroom, the school aims to foster a strong partnership between parents, educators, and the community to ensure that students are well-prepared for their future academic endeavors and are equipped to become active, informed citizens.

For more information, contact President Barack Obama Elementary School at (201) 915-6550 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.