Benjamin Banneker Academy
502 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
Benjamin Banneker Academy, located at 500 South Clinton Street in East Orange, New Jersey, is a public school that serves students within the East Orange School District. Named after the historic African American mathematician, astronomer, and surveyor, the academy is committed to fostering an academic environment that emphasizes rigorous instruction, character development, and community responsibility. The school aims to provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best while preparing for success in higher education and their future careers.
As part of the East Orange educational landscape, the academy focuses on creating a holistic learning experience that integrates core curriculum standards with social-emotional growth. By prioritizing small-group instruction and collaborative classroom environments, Benjamin Banneker Academy seeks to meet the diverse needs of its student body. The school serves as a cornerstone of its local neighborhood, working closely with families and community stakeholders to ensure that students are well-equipped with the tools and critical thinking skills necessary to thrive in an evolving global society.
As part of the East Orange educational landscape, the academy focuses on creating a holistic learning experience that integrates core curriculum standards with social-emotional growth. By prioritizing small-group instruction and collaborative classroom environments, Benjamin Banneker Academy seeks to meet the diverse needs of its student body. The school serves as a cornerstone of its local neighborhood, working closely with families and community stakeholders to ensure that students are well-equipped with the tools and critical thinking skills necessary to thrive in an evolving global society.
502
Total Students
31.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
7.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic | 39 |
| Black | 450 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 6 |
| American Indian | 1 |
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Black450 (89.6 %)
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Hispanic39 (7.8 %)
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Two or More6 (1.2 %)
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White5 (1.0 %)
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Asian1 (0.2 %)
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American Indian1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | East Orange School District |
| Phone: | (973)266-4320 |
| Website: | http://nj02207379.schoolwires.net/Domain/514 |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 502 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 31.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 35 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
31
Kindergarten
41
Grade 1
42
Grade 2
56
Grade 3
59
Grade 4
57
Grade 5
78
Grade 6
49
Grade 7
38
Grade 8
28
Ungraded
23
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 31 |
| Kindergarten | 41 |
| Grade 1 | 42 |
| Grade 2 | 56 |
| Grade 3 | 59 |
| Grade 4 | 57 |
| Grade 5 | 78 |
| Grade 6 | 49 |
| Grade 7 | 38 |
| Grade 8 | 28 |
| Ungraded | 23 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 251 | 50% |
| Male | 251 | 50% |
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