JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Jefferson Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Summit Public School District school district, located in SUMMIT, NJ with about 222 students offering grade levels from 1st Grade to 5th Grade. 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 27 teachers, Jefferson Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

Jefferson Elementary School, located at 110 Ashwood Avenue in Summit, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving students in grades K–5. As part of the Summit Public School District, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence and a student-centered approach to learning. It plays a significant role in the local community, fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and the social-emotional development of its students.

The school is known for its strong partnership with parents and the community, which helps sustain a variety of enrichment programs and extracurricular activities. With a focus on preparing students for middle school and beyond, Jefferson Elementary utilizes a rigorous curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body. The school’s location in a residential area of Summit reflects its status as a neighborhood anchor, dedicated to maintaining high educational standards within a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere.

For more information, contact Jefferson Elementary School at (908) 273-3807 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.