PUBLIC SCHOOL NUMBER FIVE

Public School Number Five 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 749 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 47 teachers, Public School Number Five 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.

Public School Number Five, located at 5401 Hudson Avenue in West New York, New Jersey, is a foundational educational institution serving the local community within the West New York School District. As a public elementary school, it focuses on providing a comprehensive academic foundation for its students, emphasizing core subjects while fostering a supportive environment that reflects the diverse demographic profile of the North Hudson County region.

The school operates as a vital hub for the neighborhood, balancing rigorous state-mandated curriculum requirements with the unique needs of its student population. Like many schools in the West New York district, Public School Number Five places a strong emphasis on bilingual education and literacy, aiming to ensure that students from various cultural and linguistic backgrounds achieve proficiency and are well-prepared for their transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact Public School Number Five at (201) 553-4080 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.