EDWARD J. PATTEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Edward J. Patten Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Perth Amboy Public School District school district, located in PERTH AMBOY, NJ with about 963 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th 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 72 teachers, Edward J. Patten Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Edward J. Patten Elementary School is a public school located in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, serving students in the Perth Amboy School District. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of essential literacy and numeracy skills for its diverse student body. By utilizing a standards-based curriculum, the school aims to prepare its elementary-aged learners for success in higher grades while encouraging students to become active, responsible members of their local community.

In addition to its core academic programming, Edward J. Patten Elementary places a strong emphasis on the partnership between educators, families, and the wider Perth Amboy community. The school typically offers various support services and extracurricular opportunities designed to address the unique needs of its students. With a focus on building a supportive school culture, the staff works to ensure that students feel welcomed and challenged, striving to provide a foundation that promotes long-term educational achievement and personal character development.

For more information, contact Edward J. Patten Elementary School at (732) 376-6050 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.