HARRIET TUBMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

HARRIET TUBMAN 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 390 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 26 teachers, HARRIET TUBMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

HARRIET TUBMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, located in the Central Ward of Newark, New Jersey, serves as a cornerstone of its local community. As part of the Newark Public Schools district, the institution is named in honor of the iconic abolitionist and humanitarian, reflecting a commitment to the values of courage, resilience, and educational empowerment. The school focuses on providing a foundational academic experience for students in the primary grades, emphasizing literacy, numeracy, and character development in an urban setting.

Beyond its core curriculum, the school acts as a vital resource for families in the 07103 zip code. Like many schools in the Newark district, Harriet Tubman Elementary strives to foster a supportive learning environment that addresses the diverse needs of its student body while preparing them for middle school and future academic success. By integrating community-based initiatives and academic rigor, the school aims to bridge achievement gaps and provide students with the essential tools needed to navigate both their local community and the broader world.

For more information, contact HARRIET TUBMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (973) 733-6934 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.