ETTA GERO SCHOOL NO. 9

Etta Gero School No. 9 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Passaic City School District school district, located in Passaic, NJ with about 681 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade 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 42 teachers, Etta Gero School No. 9 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.

Etta Gero School No. 9 is a public elementary school located in Passaic, New Jersey, serving students in grades Pre-K through 8. As part of the Passaic Public Schools district, the institution is committed to providing a foundational education that emphasizes core academic subjects, social-emotional development, and preparing students for the transition to high school. The school operates within a diverse urban environment, aiming to foster an inclusive culture that supports the specific educational and linguistic needs of its student body.

In addition to its standard curriculum, the school focuses on community engagement and student growth, often utilizing its central location in Passaic to provide stability for local families. The facility at 140 First Street serves as a hub for early childhood and middle-grade education, balancing traditional instruction with the technological and pedagogical resources required by the district. Like many schools in the Passaic system, Etta Gero School No. 9 places a strong emphasis on maintaining high standards of attendance and academic performance to ensure all students are on track for future college and career readiness.

For more information, contact Etta Gero School No. 9 at (973) 470-5509 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.