Charles H. Bullock School

55 Washington Street
MONTCLAIR, NJ 07042

chb.montclair.k12.nj.us/

423 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

The Charles H. Bullock School, located at 55 Washington Street in Montclair, New Jersey, is a notable primary education facility that serves as part of the Montclair Public Schools district. Known for its distinct architectural design—which includes sustainable "green" features like a rooftop garden and solar panels—the school is frequently cited as a model for environmentally conscious learning spaces. It operates with a focus on fostering a community-centered environment, encouraging students to engage with both their local neighborhood and broader ecological responsibility.

Beyond its facility, Bullock School is recognized for upholding the district’s commitment to a diverse and rigorous curriculum. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to student development, incorporating arts, social-emotional learning, and project-based instruction into its daily academic program. By maintaining a strong connection between staff, families, and the wider Montclair community, the school strives to provide an inclusive atmosphere that prepares its students for academic success while cultivating a sense of civic engagement and environmental stewardship.

423

Total Students

41.0

Full-Time Teachers

10.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

13.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Charles H. Bullock School
Demographic	Student Count
White	242
Hispanic	44
Black	70
Asian	18
Two or More	48
Pacific Islander	1

White
242 (57.2 %)
Black
70 (16.5 %)
Two or More
48 (11.3 %)
Hispanic
44 (10.4 %)
Asian
18 (4.3 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (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:	Montclair Public School District
Phone:	(973)509-4255
Website:	http://chb.montclair.k12.nj.us/
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	423
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	41.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	48
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	7

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 60

Grade 1 69

Grade 2 72

Grade 3 86

Grade 4 65

Grade 5 64

Ungraded 7