ELLIOTT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ELLIOTT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Newark Public School District school district, located in NEWARK, NJ with about 745 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 44 teachers, ELLIOTT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

To provide an accurate summary of ELLIOTT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in Newark, New Jersey, it is important to look at its role within the Newark Public Schools district.

Elliott Street Elementary is a community-focused public school serving students in grades Pre-K through 8. Located in the North Ward of Newark, the school functions as a central educational hub for its neighborhood, emphasizing foundational academic skills in literacy and mathematics while fostering a supportive social-emotional environment. Like many schools in the Newark district, it strives to balance rigorous academic standards with the diverse needs of its student population, often integrating culturally responsive teaching practices to engage its urban community.

Beyond the classroom, Elliott Street is recognized for its efforts to build strong partnerships between families and faculty. The school typically offers various extracurricular programs and support services designed to encourage student growth and parent involvement. By maintaining a structured, community-oriented approach, Elliott Street aims to prepare its middle-school-aged students for the transition to high school, focusing on both character development and the essential academic proficiencies required for long-term success.

For more information, contact ELLIOTT STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (973) 268-5360 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.