RIDGE STREET SCHOOL

RIDGE 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 682 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 42 teachers, RIDGE 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.

RIDGE STREET SCHOOL, located at 735 Ridge Street in Newark, New Jersey, is a public school serving students in the Newark Public Schools district. Situated in the North Ward of Newark, the school functions as a foundational educational institution for the local community, emphasizing core academic standards while fostering a supportive environment for its diverse student body.

As part of New Jersey's largest school district, RIDGE STREET SCHOOL is committed to providing a structured curriculum that prepares students for middle and high school success. The school plays a vital role in its neighborhood by offering various programs and initiatives designed to enhance student engagement, improve literacy and numeracy skills, and support the social-emotional development of children living in the surrounding urban area.

For more information, contact RIDGE STREET SCHOOL at (973) 268-5210 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.