SUSSEX AVENUE SCHOOL

SUSSEX AVENUE SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Morris School District school district, located in MORRISTOWN, NJ with about 307 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th 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 28 teachers, SUSSEX AVENUE 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.

SUSSEX AVENUE SCHOOL is a public elementary school located in Morristown, New Jersey, serving students from kindergarten through grade five. As part of the Morris School District, the school is recognized for fostering a collaborative and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. It serves a diverse student body and is well-regarded for its commitment to providing a well-rounded education that prepares children for the transition to middle school.

The school is known for its active community engagement and dedicated teaching staff, who utilize a variety of modern instructional strategies to meet the needs of individual learners. Beyond the core curriculum, SUSSEX AVENUE SCHOOL typically integrates enrichment activities, such as art, music, and physical education, into the daily schedule. With a focus on creating a supportive atmosphere, the school works closely with local families to ensure students feel encouraged, challenged, and connected to their peers throughout their primary education.

For more information, contact SUSSEX AVENUE SCHOOL at (973) 292-2250 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

125 SUSSEX AVENUE
MORRISTOWN, NJ 07960
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SUSSEX AVENUE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MORRISTOWN, NJ with about 307 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
307
Teachers:
28
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 307 students

White
55.7%
Hispanic/Latino
30.6%
Black or African American
9.4%
Asian
3.6%
Two or more races
0.7%

Female
48.9%
Male
51.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.