MAHALA F. ATCHISON SCHOOL

Mahala F. Atchison School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Tinton Falls School District school district, located in TINTON FALLS, NJ with about 516 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd 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 55 teachers, Mahala F. Atchison 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.

The Mahala F. Atchison School, located at 961 Sycamore Avenue in Tinton Falls, New Jersey, is a public elementary school serving students in grades Pre-K through 3. As part of the Tinton Falls School District, the school is known for fostering a supportive and nurturing learning environment that focuses on building a strong academic foundation during the early formative years of a child’s education. The facility serves as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing core curriculum subjects alongside social-emotional development to prepare students for their transition to middle school.

Beyond its academic offerings, Mahala F. Atchison is recognized for its commitment to inclusive education and active parental involvement. The school typically hosts a variety of extracurricular programs and community-centered events that encourage collaboration between families and educators. By maintaining a focus on small-group instruction and individualized attention, the school aims to create a welcoming atmosphere where students can develop both their intellectual curiosity and the interpersonal skills necessary for long-term success.

For more information, contact Mahala F. Atchison School at (732) 542-2500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

961 SYCAMORE AVENUE
TINTON FALLS, NJ 07724-3199
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MAHALA F. ATCHISON SCHOOL is a public Title I school in TINTON FALLS, NJ with about 516 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in New Jersey

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
516
Teachers:
55.61
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
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd 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 516 students

White
65.5%
Hispanic/Latino
15.3%
Black or African American
7.8%
Asian
6.8%
Two or more races
4.7%

Female
44.6%
Male
55.4%

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.