FREDERIC W. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Frederic W. Cook Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Plainfield Public School District school district, located in PLAINFIELD, NJ with about 203 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 19 teachers, Frederic W. Cook Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Frederic W. Cook Elementary School, located on Leland Avenue in Plainfield, New Jersey, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Plainfield Public School District. As a neighborhood elementary school, it focuses on providing core academic instruction and social-emotional development for students in the early grades. The school is situated in a residential area, functioning as a community hub that emphasizes fundamental literacy, mathematics, and character building to prepare its diverse student body for future academic success.

Reflecting the broader goals of the Plainfield school system, Cook Elementary is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that addresses the unique needs of its urban population. The school typically engages families and the local community through various programs and events, aiming to bridge the gap between home and classroom life. By emphasizing consistent attendance, foundational skills, and a supportive school culture, the staff at Frederic W. Cook strives to create a stable and encouraging atmosphere where young learners can build the necessary confidence and knowledge base to progress through their educational journey.

For more information, contact Frederic W. Cook Elementary School at (908) 731-4215 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

739 LELAND AVE
PLAINFIELD, NJ 07062-2140
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FREDERIC W. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in PLAINFIELD, NJ with about 203 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
203
Teachers:
19
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 203 students

Black or African American
64.0%
Hispanic/Latino
32.0%
White
2.0%
Two or more races
1.0%
Asian
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
50.7%
Male
49.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.