PUBLIC SCHOOL NUMBER ONE

Public School Number One is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the West New York School District school district, located in WEST NEW YORK, NJ with about 838 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 59 teachers, Public School Number One 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.

Public School Number One, located at 6129 Madison Street in West New York, New Jersey, is a central educational institution serving the local community within the West New York School District. As a traditional public elementary school, it focuses on providing foundational academic instruction to students in the surrounding neighborhood. The school plays a vital role in the district’s mission to support a diverse student population, emphasizing core subjects like literacy, mathematics, and social development to prepare children for their middle and high school years.

Situated in a densely populated urban area, the school functions as a community hub that balances academic rigor with the social-emotional needs of its students. Like other schools in the West New York district, Public School Number One is characterized by a commitment to inclusive education and resource accessibility, often coordinating with local government and community services to support student well-being. It remains a key part of the local educational landscape, dedicated to fostering growth and meeting the diverse cultural and academic needs of the families residing in West New York.

For more information, contact Public School Number One at (201) 553-4025 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.