J. ACKERMAN COLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

J. Ackerman Coles Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District school district, located in SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ with about 540 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 38 teachers, J. Ackerman Coles Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

J. Ackerman Coles Elementary School, located on Kevin Road in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, is a public school serving students in grades K–4. As part of the Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District, the school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. It emphasizes a strong academic foundation balanced with social-emotional development, encouraging students to become curious, lifelong learners within a tight-knit community setting.

The school is characterized by its dedication to community involvement and parent-teacher collaboration, which plays a central role in the students' overall educational experience. With a focus on preparing children for future academic success, Coles Elementary utilizes a diverse curriculum designed to meet individual student needs while promoting core values such as empathy, responsibility, and respect. Its location in a suburban residential area contributes to the school’s atmosphere as a neighborhood-centric institution that prioritizes both personal growth and scholastic achievement.

For more information, contact J. Ackerman Coles Elementary School at (908) 757-7555 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

16 KEVIN ROAD
SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ 07076
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J. ACKERMAN COLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in SCOTCH PLAINS, NJ with about 540 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
540
Teachers:
38.2
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
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th 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 540 students

White
65.4%
Asian
15.2%
Hispanic/Latino
11.3%
Black or African American
5.0%
Two or more races
3.0%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
53.0%
Male
47.0%

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.