COLIN POWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Colin Powell Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Union City School District school district, located in Union City, NJ with about 842 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th 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 54 teachers, Colin Powell Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Colin Powell Elementary School, located at 1500 New York Avenue in Union City, New Jersey, serves as a cornerstone of the local community within the Union City School District. The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and rigorous academic environment for its diverse student body. By focusing on fundamental literacy and numeracy skills, the school aims to prepare its pupils for long-term success while emphasizing the importance of character development and civic responsibility, reflecting the values of its namesake.

Beyond its core curriculum, Colin Powell Elementary emphasizes the importance of community engagement and equitable education. The school typically offers a variety of programs designed to support student growth, including bilingual education services and extracurricular activities that cater to the needs of its urban population. Through a commitment to strong parent-teacher partnerships and inclusive teaching practices, the school strives to ensure that every student, regardless of background, has the resources and guidance necessary to thrive in an increasingly globalized society.

For more information, contact Colin Powell Elementary School at (201) 351-5165 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.