HAWKINS STREET SCHOOL

HAWKINS STREET 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 715 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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, HAWKINS STREET 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.

HAWKINS STREET SCHOOL, located in the Ironbound section of Newark, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Newark Public Schools district, the institution is situated in a densely populated, vibrant urban community. The school is known for its commitment to providing a foundational education that addresses the diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds typical of the Ironbound neighborhood, often placing a strong emphasis on bilingual education and community engagement.

The school operates within a historic building that has long served as a centerpiece for local families, reflecting the area’s rich history of immigrant integration. Academically, HAWKINS STREET SCHOOL focuses on core competencies in literacy and mathematics while striving to prepare students for the transition to high school. By fostering a supportive environment, the school aims to bridge achievement gaps and provide students with the resources necessary to succeed in a competitive academic landscape, often relying on partnerships with district initiatives to enhance its extracurricular and support programs.

For more information, contact HAWKINS STREET SCHOOL at (973) 465-4920 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.