JOTHAM W. WAKEMAN SCHOOL

Jotham W. Wakeman 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 753 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 61 teachers, Jotham W. Wakeman School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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 Jotham W. Wakeman School (Public School 6) is a historic educational institution located in the Journal Square area of Jersey City, New Jersey. Serving a diverse student population in the pre-kindergarten through fifth-grade range, the school is part of the Jersey City Public Schools district. It is known for its long-standing presence in the community, occupying a classic brick schoolhouse structure that reflects the urban architectural history of the neighborhood.

Academically, the school focuses on providing a foundational education in core subjects while fostering social-emotional development within a tight-knit community setting. As a neighborhood-centric school, it emphasizes strong parent-teacher partnerships and local engagement to support its students. While navigating the challenges typical of a large urban district, the Jotham W. Wakeman School remains a central hub for families in the St. Paul’s Avenue area, dedicated to preparing young learners for success in their transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Jotham W. Wakeman School at (201) 714-4310 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.