JOHN GREENLEAF WHITTIER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Teaneck School District school district, located in TEANECK, NJ with about 329 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th 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 33 teachers, John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School is a public school serving students in kindergarten through fourth grade in Teaneck, New Jersey. Located on W. Englewood Avenue, the school is part of the Teaneck Public School District and is named after the famed 19th-century American poet and abolitionist. The school serves as a foundational community hub, focusing on early childhood development and the establishment of core academic skills in a supportive, neighborhood-centered environment.

The school is recognized for fostering a diverse and inclusive learning climate, reflecting the broader multicultural character of the Teaneck community. Its curriculum emphasizes foundational literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional learning, designed to prepare students for success as they transition to the district's middle school programs. Through a blend of academic instruction and community engagement, Whittier Elementary strives to create an inviting atmosphere that encourages student curiosity and long-term educational growth.

For more information, contact John Greenleaf Whittier Elementary School at (201) 833-5535 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.