MARIO DRAGO SCHOOL NO. 3

Mario Drago School No. 3 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Passaic City School District school district, located in Passaic, NJ with about 787 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 64 teachers, Mario Drago School No. 3 has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Mario Drago School No. 3, located on Van Houten Avenue in Passaic, New Jersey, serves as a foundational elementary school within the Passaic Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and structured academic environment for students in the early stages of their education. By focusing on core curriculum standards and student development, the school aims to prepare its diverse student body for future academic success while emphasizing the importance of community and lifelong learning.

Beyond its focus on core academics, the school functions as a vital anchor in the Passaic community. It emphasizes the partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding neighborhood to create a safe and inclusive atmosphere for children. Through its daily operations and commitment to student growth, Mario Drago School No. 3 strives to provide the foundational skills, social-emotional support, and educational resources necessary for students to thrive within the district and beyond.

For more information, contact Mario Drago School No. 3 at (973) 470-5503 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.